Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp deveined with shells on
- 1/3 cup cornstarch
- Vegetable oil as needed for frying
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 red chili thinly sliced
- 1 green chili thinly sliced
- 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon white pepper
- Fresh cilantro chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Pat the shrimp dry and toss them with cornstarch until evenly coated.
- Heat oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat. Fry the shrimp in batches until golden and crispy, about 2 to 3 minutes per side. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- In the same pan, remove any excess oil except for 1 tablespoon and reduce heat to medium. Add garlic and chili, sautéing until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Return the shrimp to the pan, sprinkle with salt and pepper, and toss quickly to coat. Adjust seasonings as needed.
- Serve immediately with fresh cilantro sprinkled on top.
