Zhejiang-style Fried Shrimps with Longjing Tea Leaves
Zhejiang-style Fried Shrimps with Longjing Tea Leaves is a popular dish from the Zhejiang province in China. It is made by coating fresh shrimps with a mixture of egg whites and cornstarch, frying them until crispy, and then tossing them with fragrant Longjing tea leaves. The tea leaves impart a delicious aroma and a slightly bitter flavor to the dish, which perfectly complements the sweetness of the shrimps. This dish is quick and easy to prepare and is perfect to serve as an appetizer or as part of a main course.
Ingredients
- 1/2 lb. large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/4 tsp. salt
- 1/4 tsp. ground white pepper
- 1 tbsp. Shaoxing wine
- 1 tbsp. cornstarch
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 tbsp. minced garlic
- 1 tbsp. Longjing tea leaves
- 1 tbsp. soy sauce
- 1 tbsp. sugar
- 2 tbsp. chicken stock
- 1/4 tsp. sesame oil
- 1/4 cup chopped scallions
About the recipe
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Portions: 2-3 servings
Difficulty: Easy