Kids - Lil Shrimpers Recipe
Delicately fried shrimp, corn fritters, any side, daring dipping sauce.
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Ingredients
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Shrimp
Corn Fritters
Dipping Sauce
Sides
Method
Shrimp Preparation
- 1
Prepare Shrimp Coating
In a bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
- 2
- 3
Coat Shrimp
Dip each shrimp into the batter, ensuring it is well-coated.
Frying Shrimp
- 4
Heat Oil
Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat until hot.
- 5
Fry Shrimp
Carefully place the coated shrimp into the hot oil and fry for about 2-3 minutes or until golden brown.
- 6
Drain Shrimp
Remove the shrimp from the oil and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil.
Corn Fritters Preparation
- 7
Prepare Corn Fritter Batter
In a bowl, combine the corn kernels, flour, baking powder, salt, chopped green onions, beaten egg, and milk. Mix until just combined.
Frying Corn Fritters
- 8
Heat Oil for Fritters
In a separate frying pan, heat oil over medium heat.
- 9
Fry Corn Fritters
Drop spoonfuls of the corn batter into the hot oil and fry for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- 10
Drain Fritters
Remove the fritters and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil.
Dipping Sauce Preparation
- 11
Make Dipping Sauce
In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, ketchup, hot sauce, and lemon juice. Mix until smooth.
Serving
- 12
Plate and Serve
Serve the fried shrimp and corn fritters with your choice of side and the prepared dipping sauce.
