Genghis Cohen's Crackerjack Shrimp Recipe

• 1 Tbsp. Sherry or possibly shaoxing wine (Shaoxing wine is available at Asian mar
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 x egg white beaten
• 1 c. cornstarch plus
• 1 Tbsp. cornstarch divided
• 1/2 Tbsp. vegetable oil
• 1 lb peeled medium shrimp deveined
• 2 c. peanut oil
• 1 Tbsp. ketchup
• 1 Tbsp. chicken broth
• 2 Tbsp. sugar
• 1/2 tsp Asian chile sauce
• 3 x garlic cloves thinly sliced
• 1/2 tsp chopped ginger root
• 2 c. shredded lettuce

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