Sizzlin' Szechuan Shrimp Recipe

• 2 lb unpeeled medium-size fresh shrimp
• 1/2 c. water
• 1/2 c. catsup
• 1/4 c. sugar
• 1/4 c. chili sauce
• 2 Tbsp. cornstarch
• 3 Tbsp. dry sherry
• 1 Tbsp. soy sauce
• 2 tsp sesame oil
• 1/4 c. vegetable oil
• 6 x green onions minced
• 3 x garlic cloves chopped
• 1 can water chestnuts - (8 ounce) liquid removed, minced
• 1 1/2 tsp dry crushed red pepper
• 1 tsp chopped peeled gingerroot
• 1 tsp freshly-cracked black pepper
•     Warm cooked rice

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