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4 servingsCRISCO Shortening for deep frying 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon onion salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 1 egg, beaten 2 tablespoons water 1 pound small fresh shelled shrimp with tails (about 50), rinsed and patted dry 1 cup coarse dry unseasoned bread crumbs Lemon wedges, seafood cocktail sauce or tartar sauce, if desired Heat 2 or 3 inches Crisco to 365ºF in deep fryer or deep saucepan. Combine salt, onion salt, pepper and garlic powder. Remove 3/4 teaspoon. Combine with flour in small bowl. Combine egg, water and remaining seasoning in medium bowl. Coat shrimp with flour mixture. Dip in egg mixture. Drain off excess. Coat lightly with crumbs. Fry 6 shrimp at a time in shortening heated to 365ºF. Fry 3 minutes or until golden brown. Turn as needed for even browning. Drain on paper towels. Serve with lemon, cocktail or tartar sauce, if desired. |
