Italian Surf And Turf Recipe
Crispy deep fried cheesy meatball and two beer battered jumbo shrimp, served with marinara sauce and basil pesto.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Preparation Steps
- 1
Prepare the Meatballs
In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese, egg, minced garlic, chopped basil, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
- 2
Form Meatballs
Shape the mixture into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter. Set aside on a baking sheet.
- 3
Heat Oil
In a large pot or deep fryer, heat oil to 350°F (175°C).
- 4
Fry Meatballs
Carefully drop the meatballs into the hot oil in batches, frying until golden brown and cooked through, about 4-5 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- 5
Prepare the Beer Battered Shrimp
In a separate bowl, whisk together flour and beer until smooth. Dip each shrimp into the batter, allowing excess to drip off.
- 6
Fry Shrimp
Fry the battered shrimp in the hot oil until golden and crispy, about 3-4 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- 7
Serve
Plate the crispy meatballs and beer-battered shrimp. Serve with marinara sauce and basil pesto on the side.
