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Shrimp Karaage
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Shrimp Karaage

5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 3 minutes
Total Time 18 minutes
Servings 2 servings
Spiced and deep-fried shrimp: crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside

Ingredients

  • 8 shrimp (large)
  • 1/2 Tbsp Sake
  • oil (for deep-frying)
  • lemon wedges

Karaage Seasonings

  • 2 Tbsp flour
  • 2 Tbsp cornstarch (or potato starch)
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp sugar
  • 2 tsp chicken bouillon powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp ground ginger
  • 1/8 tsp allspice
  • 1/4 tsp white pepper
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Instructions 

  • Clean shrimp and pat dry with paper towels. Sprinkle sake over shrimp, and let sit for 10 minutes. Remove excess moisture. Start heating deep-frying oil over medium heat.
  • Combine all the ingredients for Karaage seasonings in a medium bowl. Coat shrimp with the seasonings.
  • Deep-fry shrimp in the oil (at 350°F or 180°C) for 2-3 minutes until golden brown and cooked through, turning once or twice. Drain on paper towels to remove excess oil. Serve immediately with lemon wedges.

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Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: Japanese
Keyword: deep fry, Karaage, shrimp