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Crispy Shrimp - Egyptian Style
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A delicious crispy shrimp recipe using a simple Egyptian marinade and a unique coating mixture to achieve a crispy exterior and tender interior.
00:30:00 total
Serves 4
medium
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Ingredients
- shrimp - 800 grams to 1 kilogram (peeled and cleaned, medium or large size)
- garlic - 1 tablespoon (minced)
- lemon juice - 1 large lemon (from approximately one large lemon)
- simple syrup - 1/2 teaspoon (optional, for a hint of sweetness)
- salt - 1 teaspoon
- coriander - 1 teaspoon
- cumin - 1 teaspoon
- ginger - 1/2 teaspoon
- garlic powder - 1/2 teaspoon
- turmeric - 1/4 teaspoon
- black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
- paprika - 1/2 teaspoon
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: Mix shrimp with garlic, lemon juice, simple syrup (optional), salt, coriander, cumin, ginger, garlic powder, turmeric, black pepper, and paprika. Marinate for no more than 30 minutes.
- Prepare the Liquid Coating Mixture: Combine flour, water, eggs, minced garlic, ginger, coriander, cumin, black pepper, salt, and paprika in a bowl to a pancake batter consistency.
- Prepare the Dry Coating Mixture: In a separate bowl, mix flour, starch, baking powder, paprika, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and optionally crispy breadcrumbs.
- Coat the Shrimp: Dip marinated shrimp in the liquid mixture, then in the dry mixture. Ensure each shrimp is well-coated.
- Fry the Shrimp: Fry in oil at medium temperature (approximately 180°C) until crispy. Small shrimp need about 2 minutes, large shrimp about 3 minutes.
