Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsThe Divide Bar & GrillBattered And Deep Fried Shrimp Recipe

Battered And Deep Fried Shrimp Recipe

Time45m
Serves4

Served with sweet chili sauce and a side of fries

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Ingredients

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Shrimp

Batter

Sweet Chili Sauce

Method

Preparing the Shrimp

  1. 1

    Season the Shrimp

    In a bowl, toss the peeled and deveined shrimp with salt and black pepper. Set aside to marinate for about 15 minutes.

Making the Batter

  1. 2

    Prepare the Batter

    In a large bowl, combine all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and salt. Mix well.

  2. 3

    Add Wet Ingredients

    In another bowl, whisk the egg and then add cold water. Gradually pour this mixture into the dry ingredients while stirring until smooth. The batter should be thick enough to coat the shrimp.

Frying the Shrimp

  1. 4

    Heat the Oil

    In a deep frying pan or pot, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).

  2. 5

    Coat the Shrimp

    Dip the marinated shrimp into the batter, ensuring each piece is fully coated.

  3. 6

    Fry the Shrimp

    Carefully place the battered shrimp into the hot oil in batches. Fry for about 3-4 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.

Cooking the Fries

  1. 7

    Prepare the Fries

    Cook the frozen French fries according to package instructions, typically deep frying or baking until crispy.

  2. 8

    Season the Fries

    Once cooked, sprinkle with salt to taste.

Serving

  1. 9

    Plate the Dish

    Serve the battered and deep-fried shrimp with sweet chili sauce on the side and a generous portion of fries.

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