Crispy Seafood Tod with Sweet Chili
Thai-style crispy-fried seafood tossed with sticky-spicy sweet chili glaze. Ready in 15 minutes—no special technique, just shrimp or calamari, cornstarch, and a killer sauce.
- Total time
- 15 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 385
- Protein
- 28g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Toss shrimp with cornstarch, salt, and pepper until fully coated.
Step 2
Heat oil in a deep skillet over medium-high until a piece of shrimp sizzles immediately on contact.
Step 3
Working in batches, fry shrimp 2–3 minutes per side until edges are golden and crispy. Don't crowd the pan.
Step 4
Drain on paper towels. Transfer to a bowl.
Step 5
Toss crispy shrimp with sweet chili sauce and lime juice until coated.
Step 6
Top with scallions and serve immediately.
Tools you’ll need
- 12-inch deep skillet or wok
- paper towels
- tongs or slotted spoon
- medium bowl
- knife and cutting board
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