Salt and Pepper Shrimp Recipe

Name: Salt and Pepper Shrimp
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 quarts peanut oil; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 4 cups all-purpose flour, plus 2 cups for dredging; 2 pounds large prawns, shelled and deveined, with tail attached; 4 egg yolks; 4 cups chilled soda water; 2 tablespoons shaved garlic; 2 tablespoons shredded ginger; 1 bunch green onions, sliced on a bias angle; 1 jalepeno pepper, sliced into rounds; Serving suggestion: fresh lemon wedges

Servings: persons

2 quarts peanut oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 cups all-purpose flour, plus 2 cups for dredging
2 pounds large prawns, shelled and deveined, with tail attached
4 egg yolks
4 cups chilled soda water
2 tablespoons shaved garlic
2 tablespoons shredded ginger
1 bunch green onions, sliced on a bias angle
1 jalepeno pepper, sliced into rounds
Serving suggestion: fresh lemon wedges

1
In a large wok, heat the oil over medium-high to 370 degrees F.
2
Meanwhile, season 2 cups of the flour with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
3
Dredge the shrimp in the seasoned flour.
4
In a large mixing bowl, whisk the remaining 4 cups of flour with the egg yolks and soda water.
5
Hold the shrimp by their tails dip them into the batter.
6
Working in batches, fry the shrimp in the hot oil, turning them once, until they are golden brown, about 3 minutes per batch.
7
Remove the shrimp from the oil and drain them on paper towels.
8
While they are still hot, sprinkle the shrimp generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
9
Transfer the shrimp to a serving tray.
10
When the shrimp are cooked, carefully pour off all but 1/2 cup of the oil.
11
Add the garlic, ginger, green onions and jalapeno and fry until crispy.
12
Spoon the seasoning over the shrimp and serve immediately accompanied by lemon wedges.

898

kcal

Calories

Fat

108

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 quarts peanut oil, Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, 4 cups all-purpose flour, plus 2 cups for dredging, 2 pounds large prawns, shelled and deveined, with tail attached, and more.

Yes, Salt and Pepper Shrimp falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Salt and Pepper Shrimp

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