Ingredients:
500 g (1 lb) shrimp, peeled and deveined
6 dried red chilies
4 cloves garlic, finely minced
1 tbsp chili flakes (optional, for extra heat)
2 tbsp vegetable oil
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp oyster sauce
1 tsp sugar
1 tsp sesame oil
Salt and black pepper to taste
Fresh parsley or cilantro for garnish
Instructions:
1. Pat the shrimp dry and season lightly with salt and black pepper.
2. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
3. Add the dried red chilies and stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
4. Add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds, being careful not to burn it.
5. Add the shrimp and cook for 2–3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque.
6. Stir in the soy sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, sesame oil, and chili flakes (if using).
7. Toss everything together until the shrimp are evenly coated with the spicy sauce.
8. Cook for 1 minute more, then remove from heat.
9. Garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro and serve hot with steamed rice.
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 4
Enjoy your spicy garlic chili shrimp! 🍤🌶️