Fried Shrimp And Fries Recipe
Six piece shrimp with fries
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Ingredients
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Shrimp
Fries
Method
Shrimp Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Shrimp
In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper. In another bowl, whisk the egg and milk together until smooth.
- 2
Fry Shrimp
- 3
Heat Oil
In a deep frying pan, heat 2 cups of vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 4
Fry the Shrimp
Carefully add the coated shrimp to the hot oil, frying them in batches for 3-4 minutes or until golden brown. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Fries Preparation
- 5
Prepare the Potatoes
Peel the potatoes and cut them into thin strips to form fries. Rinse the fries in cold water to remove excess starch.
- 6
Dry the Fries
Pat the fries dry with paper towels to ensure they are as dry as possible.
Fry Fries
- 7
Heat Oil for Fries
In a separate frying pan, heat 2 cups of vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 8
Fry the Fries
Carefully add the fries to the hot oil in batches, frying them for about 5-7 minutes or until they are golden brown and crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels. Sprinkle with salt to taste.
