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Gochujang Shrimp Recipe

Gochujang Shrimp

This recipe for gochujang shrimp combines the spicy, sweet, and savory flavors of Korean gochujang with crispy pan-fried shrimp. The result is an easy yet flavorful shrimp dish that makes a tasty appetizer or main course.
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Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 3 Tbsp gochujang
  • 2 Tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 Tbsp honey or brown sugar
  • 1 Tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 Tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tsp minced garlic
  • 1 tsp grated fresh ginger (optional)
  • 2 Tbsp vegetable oil
  • Green onions, sliced, for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Pat shrimp dry and toss with cornstarch in a bowl until fully coated.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together gochujang, soy sauce, honey/sugar, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger.
  • Heat vegetable oil in skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp in batches and fry 2-3 minutes per side until opaque.
  • Reduce heat to medium-low. Add sauce and shrimp to skillet and toss to coat. Cook 1-2 minutes until sauce thickens.
  • Garnish with green onions and serve immediately. Enjoy!