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Ingredients
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Shrimp and Breading
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prep the Shrimp
Rinse the fantail shrimp under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
- 2
Make the Breading Mixture
In a large bowl, combine all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, and black pepper.
- 3
- 4
Bread the Shrimp
Dip each shrimp into the flour mixture, then into the egg mixture, and finally coat with panko breadcrumbs.
- 5
Heat the Oil
In a deep frying pan, heat vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).
- 6
Fry the Shrimp
Carefully add the breaded shrimp to the hot oil in batches, frying until golden brown and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes.
- 7
Drain and Serve
Remove the shrimp from the oil and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.


