Jumbo Gulf Shrimp Recipe
Jumbo shrimp hand-battered and fried until golden crisp
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Ingredients
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Shrimp
Batter
Frying
Method
Preparation
- 1
Clean the Shrimp
Rinse the jumbo Gulf shrimp under cold water and pat dry with paper towels. If not already done, remove the shells and devein the shrimp, leaving the tails intact for presentation.
Batter Mixing
- 2
Mix the Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Whisk until well blended.
- 3
Add Water
Gradually add the cold water to the dry mixture while whisking to create a smooth batter. The batter should be thick enough to coat the shrimp but still pourable.
Frying
- 4
- 5
Batter the Shrimp
Dip each shrimp into the batter, ensuring it is fully coated. Allow excess batter to drip off before frying.
- 6
Fry the Shrimp
Carefully place the battered shrimp into the hot oil, working in batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
- 7
Drain and Serve
Using a slotted spoon, remove the shrimp from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
