Butterflied Shrimp Recipe
Deep Fried to perfection and served with your choice of French fries or house vegetables.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Shrimp
Butterfly the shrimp by making a shallow cut along the back, taking care not to cut all the way through. Rinse and pat dry.
- 2
Make the Batter
In a bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. In another bowl, beat the eggs and milk together.
- 3
Batter the Shrimp
Dip each butterflied shrimp into the egg mixture, then coat in the flour mixture until evenly covered.
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a large pot or deep fryer, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 5
Fry the Shrimp
Carefully add the battered shrimp to the hot oil in batches, avoiding overcrowding. Fry for about 2-3 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
- 6
Drain and Serve
Remove the shrimp from the oil with a slotted spoon and drain on a paper towel. Serve hot with your choice of French fries or house vegetables.
