Chinese: Spiced Shrimp

40 minutes Prep: 10 minutes Cook: 25 minutes

1069 calories per serving view nutrition facts

4 servings suggest servings

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Ingredients

1/2	pound	prawns
2	cloves	garlic	chopped
1/2	teaspoon	salt
1/2	teaspoon	sugar
2	cups	vegetable oil
1	large	egg
2	tablespoons	flour, all-purpose
1 1/4	tablespoons	cornstarch

Directions

Shell, devein and wash prawns.

Drain and pat dry with paper towels.

Add salt, sugar and pepper, mixing well.

While oil is heating to 350 degrees, prepare the battter by beating the egg, adding the flour and cornstarch.

Mix thoroughly.

Dip prawns in batter, drop in hot oil and deep-fry for 4 minutes.

Remove and drain off excess oil.

Prepare sauce by combining the listed ingredients.

Heat wok, add 1 tablespoon oil, and stir-fry garlic for 1 minute.

Add sauce and bring to a boil.

Add deep-fried prawns, mix thoroughly, and serve.

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Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 190g

Amount per Serving

Calories 1069 93% of calories from fat

	% Daily Value*
Total Fat 111.0g	171%
Saturated Fat 15.0g	73%
Trans Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 164mg	55%
Sodium 440mg	18%
Total Carbohydrate 7.0g	2%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g	1%
Sugars 1.0g
Protein 14.0g	28%

Vitamin A	4%		Vitamin C	4%
Calcium	4%		Iron	13%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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