BATTER-FRIED SHRIMP

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Provided by Michael Chiarello : Food Network

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb. large shrimp, U 16-20 size
3 eggs
1/2-tsp. extra-virgin olive oil
1 Tbs. parsley, minced
1 clove garlic, minced
1 pinch saffron
1/4-tsp. baking soda
1/2-tsp. Gray salt
1 cup all-purpose flour
pinch of freshly-ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Peel and de-vein the shrimp. Rinse under cold water and pat the shrimp dry with paper towels. Beat the eggs with 3 tablespoons of water and the olive oil. Add the parsley, garlic saffron, baking soda and salt. Stir in the flour to make a smooth batter and allow to rest for 1 hour, unrefrigerated.
  • In a deep pan heat olive oil to 350 degrees F. Dip shrimp into batter, allowing any excess to drip off. Fry until golden brown and slightly puffed.

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