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Fried Shrimp (Lightly battered)

Lightly battered fried shrimp, crispy and delicious.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 250 kcal

Ingredients 

Batter

  • 1 cup All-purpose flour
  • 1 cup Cold water
  • 1 large Egg
  • 1 lb Shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black pepper
  • 2 cups Vegetable oil, for frying

Instructions 

  1. 1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cold water, and egg until smooth.
  2. 2. Season the shrimp with salt and black pepper.
  3. 3. Heat the vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat.
  4. 4. Dip each shrimp into the batter, then carefully place into the hot oil.
  5. 5. Fry the shrimp until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
  6. 6. Remove the shrimp from the oil and place on paper towels to drain excess oil.
  7. 7. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 100mg | Sodium: 600mg | Potassium: 150mg | Fiber: 1g | Vitamin A: 100IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 2mg

Keywords

Fried, Seafood, Shrimp
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