Shrimp Appetizer Recipe
Sautéed in butter or tempura battered
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Seasoning
Method
Sautéed Shrimp
- 1
Prepare the Shrimp
Peel and devein the shrimp, removing the shells and tails. Rinse them under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
- 2
Make the Garlic Butter
In a large skillet, melt 4 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic (3 cloves) and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- 3
Cook the Shrimp
Add the shrimp to the skillet. Season with salt, black pepper, and paprika. Cook for 3-4 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the shrimp are pink and opaque.
- 4
Finish with Lemon Juice
Remove the skillet from heat and drizzle 2 tablespoons of lemon juice over the shrimp. Toss to coat evenly and serve immediately.
Tempura Battered Shrimp
- 5
Prepare the Tempura Batter
In a bowl, mix 1 cup of tempura batter mix with 1 cup of ice water until just combined. The batter should be lumpy; do not overmix.
- 6
Heat the Oil
In a large pot or deep fryer, heat 2 cups of vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).
- 7
Coat the Shrimp
Dip each shrimp into the tempura batter, allowing excess batter to drip off.
- 8
Fry the Shrimp
Carefully place the battered shrimp into the hot oil, frying in batches. Cook for about 2-3 minutes until golden brown. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
- 9
Serve
Serve the tempura battered shrimp hot with a dipping sauce of your choice.