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Popcorn Shrimp
Ingredients
| * | 2 1/2 cups vegetable oil for frying (or as needed) |
| * | 1 lb. small uncooked shrimp, shelled and deveined |
| * | 1 cup lowfat buttermilk |
| * | 1 cup yellow cornmeal |
| * | Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper |
| * | 1/2 tsp. cayenne pepper |
| * | 1/2 tsp. paprika |
| * | 14-oz. jar Chinese-style duck sauce |
Instructions
| 1 | Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or deep saucepan to 350F degrees. |
| 2 | Soak shrimp in buttermilk for 4-5 minutes. Remove and dredge shrimp in cornmeal that has been seasoned with salt, pepper, cayenne pepper and paprika. Shake off any excess. |
| 3 | Working in small batches, carefully lower the shrimp into the oil. Fry quickly until golden brown. Remove from the oil with a slotted spoon and place on paper towels to drain. Season immediately with salt. |
| 4 | Serve with Duck Sauce, if desired. |