Spiced and deep-fried shrimp: crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside
- 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
US Customary - Metric
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.