Deep Fried Shrimp With Vegetables Uncle Bills Version Of Recipes

CRACKER BREADED DEEP-FRIED SHRIMP

Steps:

• Peel the shrimp, devein and leave the tails on .
• In a bowl mix together the crushed Ritz crackers, flour, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper and seasoned salt.
• In another bowl mix/whisk together the buttermilk and egg, Tabasco and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper until well combined.
• Holding the shrimp by the tail dip the shrimp into the buttermilk mixture, then dredge into the cracker mixture.
• Pour about 3 inches of oil into a large deep heavy-duty skillet or a cast-iron skillet (or use a deep fryer) heat oil to 375 degrees.
• Holding the shrimp by the tail carefully place the shrimp into hot oil.
• Fry in batches for about 1-2 minutes or until golden brown.
• Drain on a wire rack with paper towels under the rack (do not place the cooked shrimp directly onto the paper towels or they will become soft).

DEEP-FRIED COCONUT SHRIMP

Steps:

• Combine eggs, cayenne and seasoning salt in shallow pan.
• Place flour in another shallow pan.
• Combine breadcrumbs and coconut in third pan.
• Dredge shrimp in flour, shaking off excess.
• Holding shrimp by tail, dip into eggs and then roll in breadcrumb mixture, coating thoroughly.
• Heat oil in deep-fryer.
• Add shrimp in batches (do not crowd) and fry until golden-brown, about 3 minutes.
• Transfer to paper towels to drain.
• Serve immediately with sauce.
• For Pineapple Plum Sauce: Combine pineapple and plum sauce in small bowl.
• Refrigerate until ready to use.

UNCLE BILL'S JUMBO DEEP FRIED PRAWNS (SHRIMP)

Steps:

• Peel off shell, devein prawns and rinse in cold water. Pat dry with paper towels.
• Cut slit in each prawn about 1/4 inch deep.
• In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs and milk until frothy.
• In a plastic bag, add flour and pepper and shake well to blend.
• In a separate plastic bag, add Panko crumbs, dried dill weed, seasoning salt, garlic powder and Beau Monde seasoning, shake well to combine.
• Dip prepared prawns individually into the egg mixture to coat well.
• Drop each prawn into the flour mixture and shake to coat well.
• Dip the prawns again in the egg mixture, turn to coat well.
• Drop each prawn into the Panko crumb mixture and shake until well coated.
• Place coated prawns on a plate, cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for about 2 hours to chill.
• In a medium size saucepan, or a deep frying pan, or a WOK, add oil and heat to 350°F.
• Carefully drop the prawns two at a time into the hot oil and deep fry for about 1 1/2 minutes, turn over and continue to fry for an additional 1 to 1 1/2 minutes, and the prawns are a light golden brown. (Do not overcook prawns.).
• Serve immediately with lemon wedges and tartar sauce or a sauce of your choice.
• Also, see Chicken Strips with Sweet and Sour Sauce for the sauce, recipe #19266.

BEST EVER BATTER-FRIED SHRIMP

Steps:

• Preheat oil to 350 degrees. Combine ½ cup oil and egg; beat well. Add remaining ingredients except oil for frying and stir until well blended.
• Dip shrimp into batter to coat. Drop shrimp into hot oil and fry for 30-60 seconds or until golden brown. Remove with slotted spoon; drain on paper towel.