Ingredients
2 large egg whites
1/4 c. cornstarch
1/4 c. sesame seeds
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1 1/2 lb. medium shrimp
1/4 c. vegetable oil
1 c. fresh orange juice
2 tbsp. soy sauce
1 tbsp. sugar
4 scallions
Preparation
Step 1In a large bowl, whisk together egg whites, cornstarch, sesame seeds, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper until frothy. Add shrimp, and toss to coat.Step 2Heat 1/4 cup oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Working in two or three batches, cook shrimp until golden and crisp, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Transfer to a paper towel–lined plate to drain. Add more oil to skillet if necessary for remaining batches.Step 3Wipe skillet with a paper towel. Add orange juice, soy sauce, and sugar. Boil over high heat until syrupy and reduced to about 1/3 cup, 4 to 5 minutes. Return shrimp to skillet; add scallions, and cook until heated through and coated with sauce, about 1 minute.
