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Crispy Orange Shrimp - Sticky Sweet Chinese-Style Dinner in 30 Minutes
Jessica

Crispy Orange Shrimp

Restaurant-quality crispy orange shrimp with sticky-sweet glaze, ready in 30 minutes. This easy pescatarian Chinese food features tender shrimp with a perfectly crisp coating.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 385

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound large shrimp peeled, deveined, tails removed
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch for coating
  • 2 large egg whites lightly beaten
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 3/4 cup fresh orange juice
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce low-sodium preferred
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger grated
  • 1 teaspoon orange zest
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil for frying
  • 2 green onions sliced for garnish
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds for garnish

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Wire rack
  • Paper towels
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk

Method
 

  1. Pat shrimp completely dry with paper towels. Season with salt and pepper.
  2. Set up coating station: place beaten egg whites in one bowl and cornstarch in another. Dip each shrimp in egg white, then toss in cornstarch until fully coated.
  3. Heat vegetable oil in large skillet over medium-high heat (about 1/4 inch deep). Working in batches, fry shrimp 2-3 minutes per side until golden and crisp. Transfer to wire rack.
  4. In same skillet, combine orange juice, honey, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, orange zest, and red pepper flakes. Bring to boil, then simmer 3-4 minutes until thickened to maple syrup consistency.
  5. Return crispy shrimp to skillet and toss gently to coat in sauce. Cook 1 minute, tossing constantly, until sauce clings to every piece.
  6. Serve immediately garnished with sliced green onions and sesame seeds over steamed rice or vegetables.

Notes

  • Make sure shrimp are completely dry before coating for best crispiness
  • Don't overcrowd the pan when frying - work in batches
  • Use a wire rack instead of paper towels to keep shrimp crispy
  • Have all sauce ingredients prepped before you start frying
  • Best enjoyed immediately while shrimp are still crispy