The BEST Salt and Pepper Shrimp EVER SO CRISPY!!
Ingredients
- Frying oil
- Garlic10 cloves
- Chili pepper · sliced2
- Shrimp · peeled2 lb
- Salt1 tsp
- Pepper · divided1 tsp
- Potato starch1 cup
- Lime
Instructions
- Heat the frying oil to 375°F (190°C).
- Fry the garlic pieces in a small strainer for 15 to 20 seconds, until golden brown. Set on a paper towel. Fry the chili slices for 5 seconds and set aside with the garlic.
- Bring the oil back to 375°F (190°C).
- Season the shrimp with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp pepper and toss. Coat evenly with the potato starch or cornstarch, then shake off the excess.
- Fry the shrimp in 2 to 3 batches, adding them away from you so the pot is not crowded. Fry for 3 to 4 minutes for U16 shrimp, adjusting for size. Drain on a rack set over a baking pan.
- Mix the remaining salt and pepper in a small bowl. Toss the fried shrimp in this mixture until evenly coated.
- Top with the fried garlic and chili, and serve with lime wedges.
Summarized from Seonkyoung Longest's video. Watch it for the details.
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