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Shrimp Tempura

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 3 minutes
Total Time 13 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine Japanese
Servings 3 people

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb Colossal shrimp tail on
  • 1 cup all purpose flour
  • ½ cup water ice cold
  • 1 tsp cornstarch
  • 1 tbsp salt and pepper
  • Oil for frying

Instructions
 

  • To your shrimp, cut small slits along the inside to create a straight shrimp instead of a "c" shape. Cutting these slits will allow the shrimp to remain straight through frying.
  • Season shrimp with salt and pepper and dust with all purpose flour.
  • To a separate bowl, add in egg and ice cold water. Whisk to combine.
  • In a separate bowl, combine all purpose flour and cornstarch. Mix to ensure the blend is even.
    Add egg/water mixture to the flour and stir. Do not overmix, some lumps are okay. The consistency should allow the batter to still drip from your fork/chopsticks.
  • Heat your oil to 350℉ and fry shrimp until fully cooked, about 2 minutes. Allow shrimp to drain on a rack, and serve immediately after.