Pecan-Beer Shrimp With Sauces - cooking recipe

Ingredients
    1 1/2 lb. large to jumbo shrimp, shelled (tails intact)
    vegetable oil
    50 vanilla wafers, crushed (about 2 c.)
    3/4 c. pecans, finely chopped
    2 eggs
    1 1/4 c. Gold Medal Better for Biscuits self-rising flour
    1 c. beer or nonalcoholic beer
    Orange Mustard Sauce (following)
    Pepper Ginger Sauce (following)
Preparation
    Devein and butterfly shrimp by splitting almost, but not quite through, with a paring knife.
    Set aside.
    Heat 3-inches oil in heavy skillet to 350\u00b0.
    Mix vanilla wafer crumbs and pecans. Set aside.
    Beat eggs in a medium bowl; stir in flour and beer.
    Mix well.
    Dip shrimp into beer batter and roll in crumb mixture.
    Fry in hot oil for 2 to 3 minutes or until golden brown.
    Drain on paper towels.
    Serve hot with sauces.
    Yield: 6 to 8 servings.

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