How To Make Papaya Ukoy Food

UKOY

Steps:

• In a bowl, combine shredded papaya and about 1 tablespoon salt. Let sit for about 10 minutes and using hands, squeeze to dispel juices. Rinse under cold running water and squeeze to remove excess liquid.
• In a large bowl, combine egg, cornstarch, flour, water, fish sauce, salt, and pepper. Whisk together until well-blended and smooth.
• Add papaya, kalabasa, shallots and green onion to batter and stir to combine.
• In a large skillet over medium heat, heat about 2-inch of oil until hot.
• On a large spoon, place about 2 to 3 tablespoons of the mixture and press 1 to 2 shrimps on top.
• Gently slide mixture into the hot oil and cook for about 3 to 4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crisp. Cook in batches as necessary.
• Remove from heat and drain on a wire rack set over a baking sheet. Serve hot with spiced vinegar dip.

UKOY (SHRIMP PATTY)

Steps:

• Sift the first five batter ingredients together in a bowl.
• Blend in the annatto water, broth and egg.
• Beat until smooth.
• Heat oil in high heat for deep-frying.
• Set aside.
• Arrange a bed of bean sprouts and green papaya in a saucer.
• Top with some green onion, tofu strips and shrimps.
• Add about 1/3 cup of batter.
• Slide the mixture carefully into the hot oil.
• Fry until crisp and brown on both sides.
• Drain.
• Serve with a mixture of vinegar and crushed garlic for dipping seasoned with salt and pepper.