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Feast your eyes on the mesmerizing artistry of rice-paddy shrimp, and today, let's delve into the art of making crispy fried rice-paddy shrimp together.
Now, there's no need to wait for the rice harvest season to get your hands on some quality rice. Rice is a versatile ingredient used in various signature dishes such as rice cakes, rice porridge, and rice desserts. Particularly, the delightful and visually stunning crispy fried rice-paddy shrimp, with its juicy and sweet shrimp wrapped in a crunchy layer of green rice, is perfect for parties or gatherings. The shrimp is firm and flavorful, enveloped in a crispy green rice coating—a treat that will surely impress your guests.
Ingredients:
- Delicious green rice: 150g
- Freshwater prawns: 12-15 pieces
- Crispy frying powder (or wheat flour)
- Garlic, black pepper, salt, seasoning granules
- Chicken eggs: 2 pieces
Carefully select fresh, high-quality prawns. Pay attention to the ones that are spoiled, often having a curved body instead of a straight posture. To check, press your fingers on the shell a few times. If you feel any grittiness or notice the prawns sticking together, it's best not to buy them.
How to make crispy fried rice-paddy shrimp:
Step 1:
- Place the prawns in the refrigerator for about 15 minutes to facilitate shell removal. Take them out and peel off the outer shell, leaving the shrimp tails intact for a beautiful presentation. Remember to remove the dark thread on the back and rinse with a dilute saltwater solution, then drain.
- Peel and finely chop the garlic.
- Marinate the prepared prawns with a bit of chopped garlic, 1 teaspoon of black pepper, and 1 teaspoon of seasoning granules. Let it marinate for about 15 minutes to absorb the flavors.
Step 2:
- Crack the eggs into a bowl and beat until well combined.
- Then, pour the crispy frying powder into a large bowl.
- Take a shrimp, dip it into the egg bowl, then coat it in the bowl of crispy frying powder. Remember to shake off excess powder and dip it back into the egg bowl once more. Afterward, roll it in rice to ensure even coverage before placing it into the hot oil.
- Heat oil in a pan and wait until it's hot. Deep-frying the shrimp in plenty of oil will result in a tastier and crunchier dish. Keep the heat at a medium level to prevent the outer rice coating from burning while ensuring the shrimp inside cooks evenly. Fry the shrimp until the outer rice turns slightly white, the rice grains expand evenly, and both the coating and inner shrimp turn golden. Remove and place on a plate lined with oil-absorbing paper.
Enjoy the crispy fried rice-paddy shrimp right after cooking while it's still hot and crunchy. This dish not only looks appealing but also delights the taste buds. It pairs perfectly with chili sauce or mayonnaise, avoiding any heaviness often associated with other deep-fried shrimp dishes.
Shrimp is not just a delicious dish; it's also rich in nutrients beneficial for our health. One essential nutrient found in shrimp is iron. A lack of iron in the body can lead to anemia, fatigue, and difficulty breathing. Therefore, incorporating shrimp into your diet is an easy way to prevent iron deficiency.
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