INGREDIENTS

  • 1/2 lb shrimp , peeled and deveined
  • 1/2 cup oil
  • 1 egg , beaten
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 3/4 teaspoon seasoning salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

DIRECTIONS

  1. 2 quarts Oil for deep frying.
  2. Preheat oil to 350 degrees. Combine ½ cup oil and egg; beat well. Add remaining ingredients except oil for frying and stir until well blended.
  3. Dip shrimp into batter to coat. Drop shrimp into hot oil and fry for 30-60 seconds or until golden brown. Remove with slotted spoon; drain on paper towel.
  4. Used with permission by Florida Dept. of Agriculture and Consumer Services Bureau of Seafood and Aquaculture; Bob Crawford, Commissioner.
  5. Chef’s Tip:.
  6. Add a ½ teaspoons of baking powder to batter to make a much lighter crust, or use beer instead of milk for a barley flavor.