Q: Can I use a different type of shrimp for this recipe?
A: Yes, while Canadian Arctic shrimp is recommended, you can use other types of shrimp, just adjust the cooking time accordingly.
Q: Is there an alternative to the specialty Zui Lu sauce?
A: If you can’t find Zui Lu sauce, you can use a mix of soy sauce, rice wine, and a bit of sugar as a substitute, though the flavor will be slightly different.
Q: How can I adjust the spiciness of this dish?
A: Adjust the number of chili peppers according to your taste. Less for milder flavor, more for extra heat.
Drunken Spicy Shrimp (辣醉卤北极虾)
Notes
Ingredients:
- Canadian Arctic Shrimp - 300g
- Thai Bird's Eye Chili (小米辣) - 5 pieces
- Er Jing Tiao Chili (二荆条) - 2 pieces
- Zui Lu Sauce (珍选醉卤捞汁) - 250ml
- Place 300g of sweet shrimp in a deep bowl and defrost.
- If in a hurry, defrost in the microwave for 3 minutes.
- Slice the Bird's Eye and Er Jing Tiao chilies into rings.
- Place the chili rings on top of the defrosted shrimp.
- Pour Zui Lu sauce over the shrimp, ensuring they are submerged.
- Refrigerate for 4 hours to marinate.
- Enjoy the sweet and aromatic drunken spicy shrimp.
- Calories: Varies (based on sauce and shrimp size)
- Protein: High (from shrimp)
- Spiciness: Adjustable (based on chili amount)
