A&M's Testing Notes:
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1 pound fresh shrimp (shells removed, de veined and chopped) Ask a question about this ingredient
2 tablespoons Fish sauce Ask a question about this ingredient
2 tablespoons Soy sauce Ask a question about this ingredient
1 1/2 tablespoon Sugar Ask a question about this ingredient
1/2 teaspoon Fresh ginger (finely grated) Ask a question about this ingredient
1/2 teaspoon Red pepper flake Ask a question about this ingredient
2 tablespoons Butter Ask a question about this ingredient
1 1/2 tablespoon Garlic (chopped) Ask a question about this ingredient
3 Eggs (beaten) Ask a question about this ingredient
1 1/2 cup Milk Ask a question about this ingredient
2 teaspoons Baking powder Ask a question about this ingredient
3 1/2 cups Flour Ask a question about this ingredient
1/4 cup Fresh basil (finely chopped) Ask a question about this ingredient
Oil or Fat for frying Ask a question about this ingredient
Combine in a large zip top bag, fish sauce, soy sauce, sugar, ginger and red pepper flake and chopped shrimp. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
Ask a question about this stepIn a large pan, add butter and heat on medium high heat until melted. Add garlic and heat for 30 seconds.
Ask a question about this stepAdd shrimp and cook for 3 minutes or until shrimp are pink, stirring so that the garlic does not turn brown. Once done, remove from heat and set aside.
Ask a question about this stepCombine in a large bowl, eggs, milk and baking powder. Whisk very well until incorporated.
Ask a question about this stepTo the bowl, slowly add flour, stirring to incorporate.
Ask a question about this stepStir in basil. You want a smooth batter, so stir well!
Ask a question about this stepFold in shrimp.
Ask a question about this stepIn a dutch oven or fryer, heat oil/fat to 350 degrees. Drop a large tablespoon full of the fritter mix into the hot oil or fat. Fry a few at a time. Do not crowd the fryer!
Ask a question about this stepFry until fritters are a nice golden brown. Do not forget to turn them so that they brown evenly. Once done, remove from oil and drain on paper towels.
Ask a question about this stepServe with your favorite dipping sauce.
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Hmmmmm...I want to try this soon....sounds delicious and a great appetizer!