Forget the monotony of takeout and indulge in this fragrant little number instead. Featuring a symphony of flavors – crispy, succulent shrimp coated in a harmonious blend of salt and peppercorns, and a heavenly creamy cilantro aioli sauce for dipping – this Chinese Salt and Pepper Shrimp recipe will leave you craving more. Best of all, you’ll need just 8 ingredients and less than 30 minutes to make it!

About this salt and pepper shrimp 

My family and I LOVE Chinese food, but we’re doing our best to buckle up our finances. As such, I’ve put my cooking school chops to work and learned how to make some of our favorite orders at home. Think orange beef stir fry, sticky Chinese chicken wings, and chicken with plum sauce. This spicy, savory recipe for peppercorn shrimp is just the newest addition to the home menu!
Juicy jumbo shrimp are dredged in a simple mixture of (you guessed it!) salt and pepper, plus a bit of cornstarch to make them extra crispy. They’re then pan-fried to golden perfection, tossed with fresh garlic and chiles for an added layer of bright, spicy flavor, and served with a delectable cilantro lime dipping sauce. In short, they’re AMAZEBALLS.

Better yet, this easy-peasy crispy salt and pepper shrimp recipe comes together in less time than it takes to watch an episode of The Office. (Yes, I’m on my 3rd watch — don’t judge!) 10 minutes of prep, a quick 15-minute spell in the pan,...