BEER-BATTERED FRIED SHRIMP
Leave the tails on for a dramatic presentation and to give something to hold on to when dipping the shrimp in tartar or cocktail sauce.
2 lbs. unpeeled fresh large shrimp
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup cornstarch
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 cup beer
1/4 cup butter or margarine, melted
2 egg yolks
Vegetable oil
Peel shrimp, leaving tails intact; devein if desired. Combine flour, cornstarch, and salt. Add beer, butter, and egg yolks. Stir until smooth. Pour oil to a depth of 2" in a Dutch oven. Heat to 375 F. Dip shrimp into batter; fry, a few at a time, until golden. Drain. Serve immediately. Serves 6.
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