Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 1 pound large shrimp (shells on or off, your choice!)
  • 4 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon coarse salt
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
  • 1 cup canola oil
  • Parsley for garnish (optional)

Instruction

  • Put oil in heavy deep skillet and heat over medium high until hot.
  • If you are using shell-on shrimp, cut the shells down the back of the shrimp.
  • Place cornstarch, salt and pepper in a zippered plastic bag and shake. Add shrimp and shake until coated.
  • Very carefully and using tongs, add the shrimp to the oil. Cook for one minute on each side until golden.
  • Remove and drain on paper towels. Cool slightly and serve, garnished with parsley if you like!