Yummy fried fresh Shrimp recipe - Cooking skill

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: almond flour

💰Cheaper: rice flour

Almond flour is lower in carbs, while rice flour is often more affordable.

sweet chili sauce

🥗Healthier: homemade chili sauce

💰Cheaper: ketchup with chili flakes

Homemade options can reduce sugar and cost.

shrimp

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: tofu

Chicken is leaner and tofu is more economical.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier, while canola oil is budget-friendly.

Peel and devein the fresh shrimp, removing the shells and tails.

In a bowl, mix together 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon black pepper, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1 teaspoon paprika.

In another bowl, combine 1 cup flour and 1/2 cup cornstarch.

In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 egg and 1/4 cup water until smooth.

Dip the shrimp into the spice mixture, coating them evenly.

Next, dip the shrimp into the egg mixture, ensuring they are fully coated.

Then, dredge the shrimp in the flour and cornstarch mixture, pressing lightly to adhere.

Heat oil in a deep pan over medium-high heat until hot.

Carefully add the shrimp to the hot oil, frying in batches to avoid overcrowding.

Fry the shrimp for about 3-4 minutes or until they are golden brown and crispy.

Remove the shrimp from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

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