World Flavors

General Tso’s with Popcorn Shrimp

Cooking time: 20 minutes

Serves: 2

This recipe proves there are endless ways to enjoy Gorton’s Popcorn Shrimp—like tossing them in General Tso’s sauce and serving with steamed bok choy and rice.

Ingredients

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Gorton's Popcorn Shrimp

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For the dish:

1 cup Gorton’s Popcorn Shrimp

2 cups steamed bok choy

1 cup cooked white or brown rice

2 tbsp sliced scallions

1 tsp sesame seeds

For the General Tso’s sauce:

2 tbsp soy sauce

1 tbsp hoisin sauce

1 tbsp rice vinegar

1 tbsp honey or brown sugar

1 tsp cornstarch

2 tbsp water

1/2 tsp garlic, minced

1/4 tsp ginger, minced

Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes for heat

Preparation

Step 1

Prepare Gorton’s Popcorn Shrimp according to package instructions.

Step 2

Meanwhile, steam bok choy until tender and cook rice according to package instructions.

Step 3

Make the General Tso’s sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, honey (or brown sugar), cornstarch, water, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes. Heat in a small skillet over medium heat, stirring constantly, until sauce thickens, about 2–3 minutes.