Fried Seafood Recipe
Choice of Fried Shrimp, Fish, or Combination served with French Fries
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Ingredients
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Seafood
Batter
French Fries
Oil
Method
Preparation of Seafood
- 1
Prepare the Shrimp
Peel and devein the shrimp, removing the shells and tails. Rinse under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
- 2
Prepare the Fish
Cut the white fish fillets into bite-sized pieces. Rinse under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
Batter Preparation
- 3
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, and black pepper. Whisk together until well blended.
- 4
Add Wet Ingredients
Gradually add the beer (or sparkling water) to the dry mixture, stirring until smooth. The batter should be thick but pourable.
French Fries Preparation
- 5
Prepare the Potatoes
Peel the potatoes and cut them into thin strips. Rinse in cold water to remove excess starch and pat dry.
- 6
Fry the Potatoes
In a deep fryer or large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat to 350°F (175°C). Add the potato strips in batches and fry until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels, sprinkling with salt while hot.
Frying Seafood
- 7
Heat the Oil
In the same deep fryer or large pot, maintain the oil temperature at 350°F (175°C).
- 8
Coat the Seafood
Dip the prepared shrimp and fish pieces into the batter, ensuring they are fully coated.
- 9
Fry the Seafood
Carefully place the battered seafood into the hot oil in batches, frying until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes for shrimp and 4-5 minutes for fish. Remove with a slotted spoon and place on paper towels to drain excess oil.
Serving
- 10
Plate the Dish
Serve the fried seafood hot alongside the crispy French fries. Enjoy with your favorite dipping sauce!