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Ingredients
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Fried Shrimp
Cocktail Sauce
Method
Fried Shrimp
- 1
Prepare the Shrimp
Rinse the peeled and deveined shrimp under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
- 2
- 3
Bread the Shrimp
Dredge each shrimp in the flour, shaking off the excess. Dip it into the egg mixture, then coat it in the cornstarch mixture. Set aside on a plate.
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a large, deep skillet, add vegetable oil and heat over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 5
Fry the Shrimp
Carefully add the breaded shrimp to the hot oil in batches, frying for about 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove the shrimp and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
Cocktail Sauce
- 6
Combine Ingredients
In a small bowl, mix together the ketchup, horseradish sauce, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, and hot sauce (if using).
- 7
Adjust to Taste
Taste the cocktail sauce and adjust the seasoning by adding more horseradish or hot sauce if desired.
- 8
Serve
Transfer the cocktail sauce to a serving dish and serve alongside the fried shrimp.