Dinner for 4
Ginger Garlic Chili Shrimp
Shrimp soak in a sweet chili brine, then cook quickly with ginger, garlic, oil, and a light sugar glaze.
$19.19for 4 servings
$4.80 per serving$19.19 for 4
Typical price: Salefork's estimate of an everyday US shelf price for each ingredient. Pick your city to price it from this week's ad.
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- 30 minstart to table
- Easydifficulty
- 4servings as written
- $$$typical cost tier
AmericanDairy-freeGluten-freeFamilyDinnersGame dayCold-weather comfortWinter
What it costs
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| Ingredient | Amount | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Shrimp$7.99/lb typical | 2 lb | $15.98Typical price |
| Fresh ginger$0.40/oz typical | 4 oz | $1.60Typical price |
| Garlic$0.75 each typical | 0.5 | $0.30Typical price |
| Total for the servings shown | $19.19 | |
Pantry staples you likely have
Salt and pepperSugar and brown sugarDried spices (cumin, paprika, chili powder, oregano)Olive and cooking oil
Not included in the cost.
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup kosher salt
- 2 1/2 tbsp sugar
- 2 1/2 tbsp chili powder
- 4 cups water
- 2 lb jumbo shrimp
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 4 in piece fresh ginger
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1 tbsp + 1 teaspoon sugar
Steps
- Stir 4 cups water with the kosher salt, 2 1/2 tablespoons sugar, and chili powder in a bowl.
- Add the shrimp and chill them in the brine for 10 minutes, then drain and pat dry.
- Peel and slice the ginger, mince the garlic, and heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet.
- Cook the ginger and garlic for 1 minute over medium heat.
- Add the shrimp and remaining sugar, then cook for 4 to 6 minutes, turning once, until opaque and 145 F inside.
Swaps
- Shrimp for White fish (tilapia, cod, haddock)about $1.00/lb less at typical prices
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