Crispy Shrimp Bundles With A Smokey Dipping Sauce Food

GARLIC BUTTER SMOKED SHRIMP

Steps:

• Place shrimp in a resealable plastic bag. Sprinkle with Cajun seasoning and drizzle with olive oil. Toss shrimp around in the bag to evenly distribute seasoning. Refrigerate for 1 to 2 hours.
• Preheat a smoker to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C). Add wood chips according to manufacturer's instructions.
• Place butter in a microwave-safe dish and cook on high until completely melted, 20 to 30 seconds. Stir in lemon peel, garlic, red pepper flakes, and black pepper.
• Arrange shrimp in even rows in a 8x10-inch aluminum pan. Place thyme sprigs between each row. Drizzle butter mixture over shrimp.
• Place in the preheated smoker and cook shrimp until firm and orange-pink in color, about 30 minutes. The internal temperature should be 120 degrees F (49 degrees C), about 30 minutes. Do not overcook as the shrimp will become rubbery. Serve immediately.

FRY SAUCE RECIPE (EASY DIPPING SAUCE)

Steps:

• In a small bowl, stir together all ingredients until smooth.

CRISPY SHRIMP

Steps:

• Remove the shells from the shrimp but leave the last segment and the tails on.
• Split the shrimp down the back until almost completely open.
• Remove the vein.
• Place the shrimp in a bowl of ice water.
• Combine the dry ingredients for the batter.
• Mix well, then add the oil a little at a time until oil and flour are thoroughly mixed; break up any large lumps.
• Now add the water a little at a time, stirring contantly in one direction.
• Eventually the batter will become smooth and silky.
• Stop adding water when you attain this consistency of a thin pancake batter.
• Allow the batter to rest, covered, for atleast 15 minutes.
• Prepare either or both sauces to serve with your shrimp.
• Shred the lettuce and place on a platter.
• Cover with plastic wrap until ready to use.
• Place the oil in a wok and heat to 375F.
• While the oil is heating, drain the shrimp, pat dry and dip in the batter, leaving the tail exposed for easy handling.
• Line a work platter with paper toweling.
• Place 8-10 shrimp in the hot oil and cook until the batter turns a golden brown.
• Remove with large strainer to the work platter.
• Do the remaining shrimp in the same manner, making sure the oil reaches 375F before adding next batch.
• Remove the plastic wrap from the lettuce and nest the shrimp in the lettuce.
• Serve with the sauce (s).

GRILLED SHRIMP WITH CITRUS DIPPING SAUCE

Steps:

• Coat a stove-top grill pan or griddle with cooking spray and set over medium-high heat to preheat. Season both sides of shrimp with salt and black pepper. Place shrimp on hot pan and cook 2 to 3 minutes per side, until bright pink and cooked through. Sprinkle shrimp with cilantro.
• Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, whisk together orange juice, lime juice, ginger, cornstarch, and garlic. Set pan over medium heat and bring to a simmer. Simmer 2 minutes, until mixture thickens. Season, to taste, with salt and black pepper. Transfer sauce to a serving bowl. Serve 2/3 of the shrimp with the rice and dipping sauce on the side. Reserve remaining shrimp for wraps, if desired.

CRISPY SHRIMP BUNDLES WITH A SMOKEY DIPPING SAUCE

Steps:

• Mix all the smokey sauce ingredients together place in a serving bowl, Chill to meld flavors while preparing the shrimp.
• Mix the hash browns, egg, flour and salt together.
• Time to play with your food!.
• Mold the mixture over each shrimp. and place on a sheet pan. Chill 1 hour.
• Pour 2 inches of peanut oil to 350 degrees and cook bundles till golden brown.
• Drain on paper towels and season with salt.
• Place on a platter with smokey sauce and enjoy.