Crispy Shrimp in Garlic Shells
Shrimp wrapped in wonton wrappers, fried until golden, then tossed in a garlicky tamarind glaze. A TikTok-viral Thai appetizer that tastes restaurant-quality in 18 minutes.
- Total time
- 18 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 285
- Protein
- 18g
Ingredients
- 12 count large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 12 count wonton wrappers
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp tamarind paste
- 1 tbsp fish sauce
- 1 tbsp palm sugar or brown sugar
Instructions
- 1
Pat shrimp dry. Wrap each shrimp tightly in a wonton wrapper, sealing the edge with a dab of water.
- 2
Heat 1 inch of oil in a skillet over medium-high until a wrapper sizzles immediately when dropped in.
- 3
Fry shrimp parcels in batches for 90 seconds per side until golden and crispy. Transfer to a paper towel.
- 4
In a small bowl, whisk tamarind paste, fish sauce, sugar, and minced garlic until smooth.
- 5
Toss fried shrimp with the glaze until evenly coated. Serve immediately while still crispy.
Tools you’ll need
- 12-inch heavy-bottomed skillet
- small mixing bowl
- instant-read thermometer or wooden skewer
- paper towels
- tongs
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