LOTUS FLOWERS
These are lovely little fritters--sort of Chinese beignets--with a very mild flavor. Delicious served with a sweet, spicy dipping sauce.
Provided by Chef Kate
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 30m
Yield 12-15 fritters
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Peel, devein and finely chop the shrimp.
- Finely chop water chestnuts and scallions.
- Mix together the shrimp, water chestnuts, scallions, rice wine, ginger and salt and pepper.
- Beat the egg white until stiff.
- Fold the egg white and the cornstarch into the shrimp mixture.
- Roll into balls the size of walnuts (wet hands will make this easier).
- Heat the oil in a wok (if you are using a fryer, heat to 350°F) and fry the balls a few at a time until golden brown, about 2 to 3 minutes.
- Drain on a paper towel covered rack and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 57.1, Fat 0.7, SaturatedFat 0.1, Cholesterol 57.6, Sodium 63.1, Carbohydrate 4.2, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 0.8, Protein 8.2
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