Salt-and-Pepper Shrimp (Tôm Rang Muối)

Here’s how to make Salt-and-Pepper Shrimp (Tôm Rang Muối)—a Vietnamese classic that’s crispy, savory, and packed with bold flavor 🦐🔥. It’s a dish that’s simple to prepare but delivers restaurant-level satisfaction.

🧄 Ingredients

• 1 lb shell-on shrimp (deveined)
• 1 cup cornstarch
• 2 tsp salt
• 1½ tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp chicken bouillon powder
• Avocado oil or neutral oil for frying
• 2 jalapeños, sliced
• 2–3 green onions, cut into 2-inch pieces