In just 20 minutes on the stove, juicy shrimps and a nice homemade sauce are ready for the Hunan Shrimp dish, which is quick and easy to take with you.
Why this recipe works
Our take on spicy Hunan prawns couldn’t be easier to prepare. Just wok fry the prawns, add sauce, thicken with cornstarch and boil. Now you are ready for dinner! Like our Hunan chicken recipe, this dish can be mixed with vegetables such as broccoli, corn, peppers, green beans or peas.
Ingredients you will need
All measurements, ingredients and instructions can be found in the printable version at the end of this post.
Information on ingredients and alternatives
SHRIMP – If you can’t find grilled shrimp, you can use large or extra large shrimp. I would not recommend pre cooked shrimp recipe.
SAUCE – Our version of Hunan sauce is a combination of oyster sauce, Asian chili, low sodium soy sauce, garlic and a little honey. This dish could be considered moderately spicy, but not overpowering, especially if your taste buds are used to a good kick. If you want the shrimp to be spicier, you can reduce the amount of honey to 2 tablespoons, or just start with a small amount, taste and add as needed. If you want, you can use chili paste instead of Asian chili garlic sauce.
How to make Hunan shrimp
These step by step pictures and instructions will help you make this recipe. A printable version of this recipe can be found in the recipe with measurements and instructions below.
- In medium-sized bowl, mix all sauce ingredients.
- Heat olive oil in normal medium heat until glossy.
- Add prawns and fry 1-2 minutes. Add sauce and mix well.
4. Mix cornstarch and water in form slurry.
5. Add the suspension to the wok. to boil Reduce the heat and cook for 1-2 minutes or until the sauce thickens. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and cook for 1-2 minute when sauce thickens.
6. Frequently asked questions and expert advice
Yes, you can use frozen shrimp, but you need to thaw them before you start. After thawing, be sure to pat them with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.
Store leftover airtight container in refrigerator for 2-3 days. Heat gently in wok or pan.
Service suggestions
Serve the Hunan prawns over a layer of white rice or on the side. If you want, you can add about a cup of green beans to the wok! Snow peas, broccoli, and peppers are also delicious additions. Garnish with sliced or diced green onions and sesame seeds.
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Hunan shrimp
Our take on spicy Hunan prawns couldn’t be easier to prepare. Just wok fry the prawns, add sauce, thicken with cornstarch and boil. Now you are ready for dinner!
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Instructions
- In medium-sized bowl, mix all sauce ingredients.
- Heat olive oil in wok over medium heat until glossy.
- Add prawns and fry 1-2 minutes. Add sauce and mix well.
- Mix cornstarch and water form slurry.
- Add suspension to wok.
- To boil Reduce heat and cook for 1-2 minutes or until sauce thickens.
Expert advice and frequently asked questions
- If you can’t find grilled shrimp, you can use large or extra large shrimp. I would not recommend pre cooked shrimp recipe.
- Frozen shrimp are fine, but be sure to let them thaw and dry before starting. This dish could be considered moderately spicy.
- If you want your shrimp to be even more delicious, you can reduce the amount of honey to 2 tablespoons, or just start with a small amount, taste and add as needed.
- If you want, you can use chili paste instead of Asian chili garlic sauce. Store leftover in airtight container in refrigerator for 2-3 days. Reheat in a pan or wok.
Nutrition
- Dose: 1 serving
- Calories: 250 cal
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Protein: 19 g
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated fats: 1g
- Polyunsaturated fats: 1g
- Unsaturated fats: 5g
- Trans fats: 0.01 g
- Cholesterol: 143 mg
- Sodium: 2473 mg
- potassium: 267 mg
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 19 g
- Vitamin A: 204 IU
- Vitamin C: 1 mg
- Calcium: 81 mg
- Iron: 1 mg
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