Ingredients:
• 500g shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• 2-3 tablespoons oil (for frying)
• 3-4 garlic cloves (minced)
• 1 tablespoon ginger (grated)
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 3 tablespoons honey (or sweet chili sauce)
• 2 tablespoons ketchup (or tomato paste)
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar (optional)
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1-2 tablespoons water (if needed to thin the sauce)
• Salt and pepper (to taste)
• Sesame seeds (for garnish)
• Chopped spring onions (optional garnish)
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Shrimp:
• Clean and peel the shrimp. Pat them dry with a paper towel.
• Season the shrimp with salt and pepper.
2. Cook the Shrimp:
• Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
• Add shrimp to the pan and cook for about 2-3 minutes per side until pink and slightly crispy.
• Remove the shrimp from the pan and set them aside.
3. Make the Sauce:
• In the same pan, add minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
• Add soy sauce, honey (or sweet chili sauce), ketchup, and rice vinegar. Stir well to combine.
• If the sauce seems too thick, add 1-2 tablespoons of water to thin it out slightly.
• Let the sauce simmer for 2-3 minutes until it thickens.
4. Combine Shrimp with Sauce:
• Add the cooked shrimp back into the pan and toss them in the sauce, ensuring they are fully coated.
• Drizzle sesame oil over the shrimp and stir to combine.
5. Garnish and Serve:
• Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped spring onions if desired.
• Serve the shrimp hot, with rice or as part of a larger meal.
Enjoy your sweet and spicy shrimp! Let me know if you’d like further adjustments or another style of preparation!