Camarones Empanizados Recipe
Tequila battered shrimp served with rice and house potatoes.
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Ingredients
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Camarones Empanizados
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Shrimp
In a large bowl, combine tequila, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Add the shrimp and marinate for 30 minutes.
- 2
Make the Batter
In another bowl, mix flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and a pinch of salt. Gradually add the marinated tequila mixture until you achieve a smooth batter.
- 3
Heat the Oil
In a deep frying pan or pot, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it's hot but not smoking.
- 4
Fry the Shrimp
Dip each marinated shrimp into the batter, allowing excess to drip off. Fry in batches until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- 5
Serve
Serve the tequila battered shrimp hot, alongside cooked rice and seasoned house potatoes.
