Kkanpung Saeu (깐풍새우)
Korea
Korean dish of large shrimp, fried in a crispy batter and coated with a sweet-spicy sauce flavored with garlic, ginger, and pepper.
Ingredients
- 450 g shrimp
- 500 ml vegetable oil
- 8 tbsp potato starch
- 1 pcs egg
- 5 pcs dried red hot pepper
- 5 pcs garlic
- 5 g ginger
- 1 pcs green onion
- 0.25 pcs onion
- 0.25 pcs red sweet pepper
- 1 pcs green chili
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp oyster sauce
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 2 tbsp vinegar
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp rice wine
- 2 tbsp water
- 0.5 tbsp sesame oil
Steps
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Rinse the shrimp, pat them dry with a paper towel, and lightly season with salt and pepper.
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Dice the dried red hot pepper, garlic, ginger, onion, red sweet pepper, green chili, and green onion.
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In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, vinegar, lemon juice, rice wine, and water, mixing until the sugar fully dissolves.
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Add potato starch and egg to the bowl with the shrimp, and mix thoroughly by hand until the starch fully coats the shrimp.
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Heat the vegetable oil in a deep pot, wok, or large saucepan to 340 °F (≈ 170 °C).
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Fry the shrimp in batches (1–2 pieces) for 1 minute until lightly golden. Remove with a slotted spoon and let drain on a rack.
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In a large skillet or wok, heat 3 tbsp of vegetable oil, add the dried red hot peppers, and fry until the oil takes on a reddish hue.
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Increase the heat to high, add garlic, ginger, onion, and green onion, and stir-fry quickly until fragrant. Then add green chili and red sweet pepper and cook for another minute.
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Pour in the prepared sauce, bring to a boil, and simmer for 2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
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Return the shrimp to the pan, toss quickly, drizzle with sesame oil, toss again, and serve immediately.
FAQ
How do you pronounce Kkanpung Saeu (깐풍새우)?
Kkanpung Saeu is pronounced 'Kkan-poong Seh-oo'. The 'Kkan' is a hard 'k' sound, and 'Saeu' sounds like 'say-oo'.
Can I make Kkanpung Saeu without deep-frying?
While deep-frying gives the best crispiness, you can pan-fry or air-fry the shrimp for a slightly lighter version, though the texture may vary.
What can I substitute for potato starch in Kkanpung Saeu?
Cornstarch is a common and effective substitute for potato starch to achieve a similar crispy coating for the shrimp.
How long does it take to prepare Kkanpung Saeu?
This Kkanpung Saeu recipe takes approximately 42 minutes from start to finish, including prep and cooking time.
What dishes pair well with Kkanpung Saeu?
Kkanpung Saeu is excellent with steamed white rice, a simple side of kimchi, or a light vegetable stir-fry to balance the rich flavors.