Szechuan Shrimp

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 3/4 cup water, divided
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 lbs raw shrimp, peeled with tails left on
• 3/4 cup sliced green onion
• 2 tablespoons grated gingerroot
• 12 garlic cloves, minced (about 2 tbsp)
• 6 tablespoons ketchup
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

Directions

1. 1

   Stir cornstarch into 1/4 cup of the water; set aside.

2. 2

   Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

3. 3

   Stir in green onions, ginger, and garlic; cook 30 seconds.

4. 4

   Stir in shrimp, and toss to coat with oil.

5. 5

   Quickly stir in remaining ingredients.

6. 6

   Toss and stir until sauce is thick and bubbly.