TASTY THAI FRIED SHRIMP

Tasty Thai Fried Shrimp image

Provided by Hey Jude

Categories Thai

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb raw shrimp, shelled and deveined
flour, for dusting
2 cups vegetable oil, for frying
3 dried red chilies, chopped
2 tablespoons coarsely chopped shallots
3 tablespoons coarsely chopped garlic
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh galangal or 2 tablespoons ginger
3 tablespoons chopped cilantro, stalks
1 tablespoon fish sauce (nam pla)
1 tablespoon lime juice
4 tablespoons coconut milk
2 teaspoons water

Steps:

Process all the marinade ingredients together in a blender or food processor. Place the shrimp in a zip-loc bag, or in a bowl, and pour the marinade over and mix well. Chill for at least 2 hours.
Drain the marinade from the shrimp, scraping off any bits, and discard the marinade. Dust the shrimp with flour, shaking off any excess.
Heat a wok or large frying pan over high heat and add the oil. When it is very hot and slightly smoking, add a handful of shrimp and deep-fry for 3 minutes, until golden and crisp. If the oil gets too hot, reduce the heat slightly. Drain the shrimp well on paper towels and fry the remaining shrimp in batches. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1103, Fat 113.5, SaturatedFat 17.1, Cholesterol 143.2, Sodium 1003.9, Carbohydrate 7.8, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 2.1, Protein 17.2