PINOY CRISPY CHILI CARAMEL SHRIMP

FILIPINO RECIPE ~ CRISPY CHILI CARAMEL SHRIMP ~

PINOY CRISPY CHILI CARAMEL SHRIMP INGREDIENTS

1 tsp. grated ginger
1/2 tsp. garlic powder
1 tsp. onion powder
1 tbsp. chili paste
2 tbsps. anisado wine
1 cup cornstarch
750 grams suaje (each about 1 1/2 inches long), feelers and other sharp parts removed
salt and pepper to taste

FOR THE SAUCE:
1/2 cup sugar
2 tbsps. butter
1/2 tsp. water
1 tbsp. patis
1 1/2 tsps. tamarind mix

PINOY CRISPY CHILI CARAMEL SHRIMP PROCEDURE

• In a bowl, combine ginger, garlic powder, onion powder, chili paste, anisado wine, salt and pepper. Marinate shrimps in the mixture overnight.

• Make the sauce:  Combine all the ingredients in a small bowl. Mix well.

• Dredge shrimps in cornstarch and deep-fry until crisp. Glaze with caramel sauce.