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Best Easy Salted Egg Yolk Shrimp Recipe

Name: Best Easy Salted Egg Yolk Shrimp Recipe
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 170 g
Ingredients: large shrimp, peeled and deveined 1 lb; salted egg yolks, cooked 4 pieces; cornstarch 0.5 cup; unsalted butter 3 tbsp; egg white 1 piece; garlic, minced 2 cloves; curry leaves 10 pieces; sugar 0.5 tsp; white pepper 0.25 tsp; salt 0.25 tsp

Crispy salted egg yolk shrimp with a golden, sandy coating is a rich, protein-packed dish. A fresh, family favorite with indulgent, savory flavor.

Cook 30 min Difficulty NORMAL 385 kcal

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Ingredients

Main ingredients

large shrimp, peeled and deveined 1 lb
salted egg yolks, cooked 4 pieces
cornstarch 0.5 cup
unsalted butter 3 tbsp
egg white 1 piece

Seasonings/Sauce

garlic, minced 2 cloves
curry leaves 10 pieces
sugar 0.5 tsp
white pepper 0.25 tsp
salt 0.25 tsp

Nutrition summary

Carbohydrates 20 g 20%

Protein 25 g 26%

Fat 20 g 47%

Serving size 170g

Cooking steps

1

Pat shrimp dry, then toss with egg white and dredge evenly in cornstarch to ensure a thin, crisp coating.
2

Heat 1.5 inches of oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat (350°F). Fry shrimp in batches for 2–3 minutes until crisp and just cooked through. Drain excess oil on paper towel.
3

Steam salted egg yolks for 8 minutes, then mash to a fine sandy texture using a fork.
4

In a clean skillet, melt unsalted butter over medium-low heat. Sauté minced garlic and curry leaves for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
5

Add mashed salted egg yolk to the butter mixture, stirring constantly to foam and create a sandy paste. Season with sugar, white pepper, and salt.
6

Return fried shrimp to the pan and toss quickly over medium heat, ensuring each piece is well coated with the egg yolk mixture. Serve immediately to preserve crispness.

Personalized Q&A

Q. What ingredient is essential for the signature flavor of salted egg yolk shrimp?

The steamed and mashed salted egg yolks provide the rich, savory, and slightly sandy coating that defines this dish. When combined with butter and aromatic curry leaves, they create the signature golden flavor and texture.

Q. How can I prevent the shrimp from becoming soggy or overcooked?

Fry the shrimp briefly at 350°F until just cooked through, and always drain them well on paper towels. Toss them with the salted egg yolk mixture over medium heat only at the end—this keeps the coating crisp and the shrimp tender.

Q. What are the key heat and timing decisions for this recipe?

Maintain medium-high heat when frying shrimp for a quick, golden crust. While preparing the salted egg yolk mixture, use medium-low heat to avoid browning the butter or burning the egg yolk, ensuring a delicate, sandy texture.

Q. How many calories and how much protein are there per serving?

Each serving is about 170g and contains approximately 385 kcal with 25g protein, making this a protein-rich choice with a balanced energy profile.

Best Easy Salted Egg Yolk Shrimp Recipe

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