Description
Crispy Thai Butterflied Shrimp is a flavorful appetizer featuring butterflied shrimp marinated in Thai spices, coated in a light batter, and deep-fried to golden perfection. Perfect as a snack or starter.
Ingredients
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- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined (tails on)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fish sauce
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1/2 tsp white pepper
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/3 cup cold water
- Vegetable oil, for deep frying
- Fresh cilantro or Thai basil for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Butterfly the shrimp by slicing along the back and flattening gently. Pat dry with paper towels.
- In a bowl, mix garlic, fish sauce, soy sauce, sugar, and white pepper. Add shrimp and marinate for 15–20 minutes.
- In another bowl, whisk the egg, flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and cold water until smooth to make the batter.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan or fryer to 350°F (175°C).
- Dip each marinated shrimp into the batter, allowing excess to drip off.
- Carefully fry the shrimp in batches for 2–3 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove and drain on paper towels.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro or Thai basil if desired, and serve immediately with dipping sauce.
Notes
- Ensure oil temperature remains steady for even frying.
- Serve with Thai sweet chili sauce or spicy peanut sauce for dipping.
- Do not overcrowd the pan while frying to maintain crispiness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 145mg
