P F Chang's Firecracker Shrimp Copycat

Bring the bold, irresistible flavors of *P.F. Chang's Firecracker Shrimp* to your kitchen with this easy copycat recipe! Perfectly crispy shrimp, coated in a light cornstarch batter and fried to golden perfection, are tossed in a fiery, sweet, and savory sauce made with honey, Sriracha, soy sauce, and garlic. A touch of rice vinegar adds tang, while red chili flakes bring just the right amount of heat. Finished with a garnish of green onions and sesame seeds, this dish is a showstopper whether served as a crowd-pleasing appetizer or over steamed rice as a tantalizing main course. Ready in just 35 minutes, this quick and flavor-packed recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions when you want to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb Large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 cup Cornstarch
• 2 Eggs
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 2 cups Vegetable oil (for frying)
• 2 tbsp Soy sauce
• 2 tbsp Honey
• 3 tbsp Sriracha sauce
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp Rice vinegar
• 0.5 tsp Red chili flakes
• 2 Green onions, thinly sliced
• 1 tbsp Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, whisk the eggs together and season with salt and black pepper.

Step 2

Add the cornstarch to a separate shallow dish.

Step 3

Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels. Dip each shrimp into the egg mixture to coat, then dredge in the cornstarch, ensuring an even coating. Set aside.

Step 4

In a large skillet or deep frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).

Step 5

Fry the shrimp in small batches for about 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon and place on a wire rack or paper-towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.

Step 6

In a separate small saucepan, combine soy sauce, honey, Sriracha sauce, minced garlic, rice vinegar, and red chili flakes. Heat over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly, about 3-5 minutes.

Step 7

Toss the fried shrimp in the sauce until they are evenly coated.

Step 8

Plate the shrimp and garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds, if desired.

Step 9

Serve immediately as an appetizer or over steamed rice for a main course.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1276.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5156.8

Total Fat 488.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 71.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 1229.3mg	0%
Sodium 5072.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 112.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.3g	0%
Total Sugars 44.8g
Protein 127.4g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 512.2mg	0%
Iron 6.3mg	0%
Potassium 1641.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 82.1%

Protein: 9.5%

Carbs: 8.4%