Deep-Fried Shrimp

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::Deep-Fried Shrimp

*1 lb. (450g) large or
medium shrimp
*1 T. wine, 0.5 t. salt
*dash of pepper
*6 T. flour
*oil for deep-frying
*1 beaten egg
*1 c. ice water, 1 c. flour
*0.5 t. baking powder, 1 T. oil

Method:

1. Shell shrimp, retain tail. Devein and make three cuts from belly to the back; do not cut through and stop half way so that shrimp will not curl during frying. Add wine and salt. Marinate briefly. Coat with batter or flour paste before deep- frying. 2. Stir and mix the batter well. 3. Heat oil to medium hot. Hold each shrimp by tail then dip in batter; deep-fry 2 minutes or until golden brown and cooked. Remove and put shrimp on a paper towel to absorb oil. Serve with dipping sauce.

Total time:

30m

Cooking technique:

deep-frying

Cuisine:

Beijing

Food menu:

seafood

Cholesterol:

71mg

Carbohydrates:

Protein: