宫保虾球 (Gong Bao Xia Qiu)

宫保虾球 (Gong Bao Xia Qiu)

宫保虾球 (gohng bow syah chyoh)

Kung Pao Prawns

Prep Time 25 minutes
📈 Difficulty Medium
👥 Servings
4

Large prawns wok-tossed with dried chilies, Sichuan peppercorns, peanuts, and a tangy sweet-sour sauce. The prawn version of the famous Kung Pao dish offers a seafood twist.

Nutrition & Info

349 kcal per serving
Protein 20.2g
Carbs 33.0g
Fat 14.9g
Protein Carbs Fat

Dietary

gluten-free

Allergen Warnings

⚠ shellfish ⚠ peanuts ⚠ soy

Equipment Needed

wok

Instructions

  1. 1

    Marinate prawns briefly with salt and cooking wine.

  2. 2

    Heat oil in a wok and fry dried chilies and peppercorns until fragrant.

  3. 3

    Add prawns and stir-fry on high heat until pink and curled.

  4. 4

    Add garlic, scallions, soy sauce, vinegar, and sugar.

  5. 5

    Toss in peanuts and thicken with cornstarch slurry, serve immediately.

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Did You Know?

The original Kung Pao recipe from Ding Baozhen used chicken, but the prawn version has become equally popular in coastal cities.

Chef's Notes

Equipment Tips

  • wok

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