Description
Garlic Shrimp with Chili Crisp is a quick and flavorful seafood dish combining succulent shrimp with a spicy, tangy chili crisp sauce. This Asian fusion recipe balances heat and sweetness, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing guests with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
Shrimp and Sauce
- 1 ½ pounds large shrimp (peeled and deveined, tails on or off)
- 3 tablespoons chili crisp (with oil)
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 green onions (sliced)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
For Cooking and Garnish
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (for cooking)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Lime wedges for serving
- Extra chili crisp for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the chili crisp, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, and fresh lime juice until well combined. Set this flavorful sauce aside.
- Season the shrimp: Pat the shrimp dry with a paper towel and season lightly with salt and pepper to enhance their natural flavor.
- Cook the shrimp: Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and cook for 1 to 2 minutes on each side until they turn pink and develop a slight golden color.
- Add garlic: Stir in the minced garlic with the shrimp and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
- Toss with sauce: Pour the prepared chili crisp sauce into the skillet, tossing the shrimp to coat them evenly. Continue cooking for another minute until the sauce thickens slightly and the shrimp are cooked through.
- Finish and serve: Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle the sliced green onions on top. Serve the garlic shrimp immediately with your choice of rice, noodles, or crusty bread. Garnish with lime wedges and extra chili crisp if desired.
Notes
- Chili crisp heat levels vary—taste before adding and adjust according to your spice tolerance.
- For an extra umami boost, add a splash of fish sauce or a pinch of sugar to the sauce.
- This dish cooks quickly, perfect for busy weeknights but elegant enough for guests.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian Fusion
