Crispy Shrimp In Phyllo (Goong Sarong)
Shrimp wrapped in crispy phyllo and deep-fried until golden, served with a tangy sweet chili dipping sauce. A TikTok-friendly take on the Thai classic that's crunchy, garlicky, and done in under 30 minutes.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 420
- Protein
- 18g
Ingredients
- 12 count large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 6 sheets phyllo dough sheets
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups neutral oil for frying
- ½ cup sweet chili sauce
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro (optional garnish)
- 1 count lime wedges
Instructions
- 1
Pat shrimp dry. Toss with minced garlic, salt, and pepper until coated.
- 2
Lay one phyllo sheet on a cutting board. Cut into 4 equal squares. Wrap one shrimp in each square, tucking edges underneath to seal. Repeat with remaining phyllo and shrimp.
- 3
Heat oil in a heavy skillet to 350°F, or until a phyllo scrap sizzles immediately when dropped in, ~3 minutes.
- 4
Fry wrapped shrimp in batches, 90 seconds per side, until phyllo is golden and crispy. Do not crowd the pan.
- 5
Drain on paper towels. Serve hot with sweet chili sauce on the side, cilantro, and lime wedges.
Tools you’ll need
- cutting board
- paper towels
- heavy skillet (12-inch minimum)
- deep-fry thermometer or wooden spoon for oil test
- slotted spoon or spider strainer
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