Spicy Garlic Shrimp (20 Minutes)

I am not kidding when I say I’ve been DREAMING about these Spicy Garlic Shrimp since Hawaii.

Inspired by Ted’s Bakery, this spicy, savory, and super addicting Spicy Garlic Shrimp has been my go-to dinner recipe!

It took me a couple of months to perfect this Spicy Garlic Shrimp recipe, so make sure to give it a try because it is UNREAL!

PRO TIP: make extra rice because you will want to soak up all that sauce. 

One of my favorite places to visit in Oahu is Ted’s Bakery for their Haupia Cream Pie and Spicy Garlic Shrimp.

Their Chocolate Haupia Cream Pie is delicious and the best I’ve ever had—creamy and rich filled, paired with a tender crust.

The haupia cream pie is not too sweet and is one of the best pies I’ve ever had! If you are also looking to satisfy your savory taste buds, you must try their Spicy Garlic Shrimp.

The spicy sauce is SO delicious that I went back to ask for an extra serving of rice so I don’t waste any of the sauce. When I returned from Oahu, I knew I had to recreate Ted’s Bakery Spicy Garlic Shrimp. 

It is super easy to make Spicy Garlic Shrimp at home!

One of the things that stood out to me the most when Ted’s Bakery is how the shrimp is both juicy and crispy.

Unlike other shrimp trucks in Oahu, the shrimp is pre-peeled, so it is easier to eat. I use corn starch instead of flour to ensure that the coating is light and crisp.

Corn starch is also gluten-free, perfect for those with a gluten allergy. Season the corn starch with garlic powder, red chili flakes, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper.

Pan-fry the shrimp for 2 minutes on each side so that the shrimp is 90% cooked. 

The star of the Spicy Garlic Shrimp is for sure the sauce.

All you need is butter, Korean red chili paste (Gochujang), Lemon Juice, and ALOT of garlic.

Gochujang is a savory, sweet and spicy condiment made from red hot chile peppers, glutinous rice, fermented soybeans, salt, and more.

Perfect for making spicy Korean dishes such as bibimbap, kimchi stew, and spicy chicken wings. To finish off, add a generous amount of parmesan cheese on top of the shrimp and pair it with a bowl of rice. 

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Ingredients 

• 20 Prawns or Shrimp 
• 10 cloves Garlic 
• 1.5 cups Corn Starch
• 1 tbsp Garlic Powder 
• 0.5 tbsp Paprika (optional) 
• 0.5 tbsp Red Chili Powder 
• 0.25 tbsp of Oregano
• 0.25 tbsp of thyme
• Salt & Pepper 

Spicy Garlic Sauce 

• 2.5 tbsp Butter 
• 1 Lemon 
• 1.5 tbsp of Korean Red Chili Paste 
• Garnish with Parmesan Cheese 

SHOP THE INGREDIENT

1. Add corn starch, garlic powder, paprika, thyme, oregano, and red chili powder, and season with salt and pepper in a large bowl. 
2. Coat the clean and devein prawns in the corn starch mixture and dust off any excess corn starch. 
3. Next, add around 0.5 inches of oil to a pan, and turn the heat to medium-high. Once the oil is hot, pan-fry the prawns on each side for 1-2 minutes. Remove and set aside. 
4. Using a paper towel, wipe off any excess oil, and In the same pan, add butter, Korean red chili paste, and garlic. Turn the heat to medium and simmer for 1-2 minutes or until fragrant. 
5. Add the prawns back in, Squeeze in lemon juice and Saute on high heat for 1 minute. 
6. To finish off, garnish with green onion and parmesan cheese. 

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Spicy Garlic Shrimp

I am not kidding when I say I’ve been DREAMING about these Spicy Garlic Shrimp since Hawaii. Inspired by Ted’s Bakery, this spicy, savory, and super addicting Spicy Garlic Shrimp has been my go-to dinner recipe! It took me a couple of months to perfect this Spicy Garlic Shrimp recipe, so make sure to give it a try because it is UNREAL! PRO TIP: make extra rice because you will want to soak up all that sauce.

Prep Time5 mins

Active Time25 mins

Total Time30 mins

Course: Appetizer, Dinner, Main Course, Side Dish, Snack

Cuisine: American, Asian, Chinese

Keyword: 20 Minute Recipes, 30 Minute Dinner, Appetizers, Asian Food, Asian Recipe Easy, Asian Recipes, Asian Recipes for Dinner, Authentic asian recipes, Chinese american food, Chinese Food, dinner Ideas, Easy, Easy Recipes, Healthy Asian Recipes, One Pot Dinner, QUICK RECIPES, seafood, Shrimp, Street Food

Yield: 4 People

Materials

• 20 Prawns or Shrimp
• 10 cloves Garlic
• 1.5 cups Corn Starch
• 1 tbsp Garlic Powder
• 0.5 tbsp Paprika optional
• 0.5 tbsp Red Chili Powder
• 0.25 tbsp of Oregano
• 0.25 tbsp of thyme
• Salt & Pepper

Spicy Garlic Sauce

• 2.5 tbsp Butter
• 1 Lemon
• 1.5 tbsp of Korean Red Chili Paste
• Garnish with Parmesan Cheese

Instructions

• Add corn starch, garlic powder, paprika, thyme, oregano, and red chili powder, and season with salt and pepper in a large bowl.
• Coat the clean and devein prawns in the corn starch mixture and dust off any excess corn starch.
• Next, add around 0.5 inches of oil to a pan, and turn the heat to medium-high. Once the oil is hot, pan-fry the prawns on each side for 1-2 minutes. Remove and set aside.
• Using a paper towel, wipe off any excess oil, and In the same pan, add butter, Korean red chili paste, and garlic. Turn the heat to medium and simmer for 1-2 minutes or until fragrant.
• Add the prawns back in, Squeeze in lemon juice and Saute on high heat for 1 minute.
• To finish off, garnish with green onion and parmesan cheese.