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Panda Express Sizzling Shrimp Recipe

Panda Express Sizzling Shrimp Recipe (Easy Copycat)

Make the Panda Express Sizzling Shrimp Recipe at home with tender shrimp, fresh vegetables, and a quick savory sauce ready in just 25 minutes.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons oil neutral cooking oil
  • 1 yellow onion sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper sliced
  • cups baby broccoli
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger minced
  • 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Gochujang sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • Salt and ground pepper to taste

Instructions
 

Step 1: Prep The Shrimp

  • Pat shrimp dry using paper towels. Toss with cornstarch, salt, and pepper.
  • This light coating helps the shrimp sear quickly and gives that signature sizzling texture.

Step 2: Mix The Sauce

  • In a small bowl, whisk soy sauce, Gochujang, rice vinegar, brown sugar, sesame oil, garlic powder, paprika, and red pepper flakes. Set aside.

Step 3: Heat The Skillet

  • Place a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add oil and let it heat until shimmering.

Step 4: Cook The Shrimp

  • Add shrimp in a single layer. Cook for about 1–2 minutes per side until pink.
  • Remove shrimp and set aside. Avoid crowding the pan so they sear instead of steam.

Step 5: Cook The Vegetables

  • In the same skillet, add onion, bell pepper, and baby broccoli. Stir for 3–4 minutes until slightly tender but still crisp.

Step 6: Add Aromatics

  • Stir in garlic and ginger. Cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 7: Combine Everything

  • Return shrimp to the skillet. Pour in the sauce and toss quickly. Cook another 1–2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats everything.

Step 8: Serve Hot

  • Turn off heat and transfer immediately to a serving plate. That’s when the sizzling shrimp flavor shines the most.
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