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Plump, juicy shrimp tossed in a fiery, numbing Szechuan sauce with crisp veggies. This classic Chinese-American stir-fry is packed with bold flavors and comes together in under 30 minutes, perfect for a weeknight meal.
Marinate the Shrimp
Prepare the Sauce & Peppercorns
Cook the Shrimp
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Plump, juicy shrimp tossed in a fiery, numbing Szechuan sauce with crisp veggies. This classic Chinese-American stir-fry is packed with bold flavors and comes together in under 30 minutes, perfect for a weeknight meal.
This chinese_american recipe takes 25 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 326.06 calories per serving with 37.17g of protein, it's a moderately challenging recipe perfect for dinner or lunch.
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Stir-fry Aromatics and Vegetables
Combine and Finish
Serve Immediately
Replace the shrimp with thinly sliced chicken breast, beef flank steak, or firm tofu cubes. Adjust cooking times accordingly.
Incorporate other quick-cooking vegetables like broccoli florets, sliced mushrooms, snap peas, or water chestnuts. Add them along with the bell peppers.
Add 1/4 cup of roasted peanuts or cashews at the end for extra texture and flavor, similar to Kung Pao style.
Use tamari or a gluten-free soy sauce instead of regular soy sauce, and ensure your Shaoxing wine is gluten-free or use dry sherry.
Shrimp is a low-calorie, high-protein food that is essential for building and repairing tissues, making enzymes, and supporting muscle health.
Garlic, ginger, and bell peppers are loaded with antioxidants that help combat oxidative stress and inflammation in the body, supporting overall cellular health.
The capsaicin in the dried red chilies can provide a temporary boost to your metabolism, which may aid in weight management.
This Szechuan Shrimp recipe contains approximately 350-400 calories per serving, not including rice. The final count can vary based on the exact amount of oil used and the size of the shrimp.
Yes, it can be a healthy dish. It's high in lean protein from the shrimp and packed with vitamins from the vegetables. To keep it healthier, use a minimal amount of oil and low-sodium soy sauce and chicken broth.
The unique 'numbing' sensation, known as 'málà' (麻辣), comes from Szechuan peppercorns. They contain a molecule called hydroxy-alpha sanshool, which creates a tingling, buzzing feeling on the tongue, distinct from the heat of chili peppers.
Absolutely. The heat primarily comes from the dried red chilies. You can reduce the number of chilies, or for even less heat, snip them open and discard the seeds before stir-frying.
A good substitute for Shaoxing wine is dry sherry. You can also use Japanese sake or even a dry white wine in a pinch. For a non-alcoholic option, you can use an equal amount of chicken or vegetable broth with a splash of rice vinegar.
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