Fried Shrimp

By Fleur de lis

State Times, June 3, 1982

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 lb. raw, deveined Louisiana Gulf Shrimp
• 1/2 cup cooking oil
• 1 egg beaten
• 1 cup all purpose flour
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/4 tsp seasoned salt (Tony's)
• 1/4 tsp salt
• peanut oil for frying

Preparation

Step 1

Combine cooking oil and egg; beat well. Add remaining ingredients and stir until well blended. Dip each shrimp in the batter. Drop shrimp in hot oil (350 degrees), and fry for 1/2 to 1 minute or until golden brown. Remove with slotted spoon; drain on absorbent paper. Serve immediately.