Shrimp Tempura

Ingredients

• 0.5 cups rice wine
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 pounds fresh shrimp , peeled and deveined
• 2 quartss oil for deep frying
• 0.25 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.33 cups ice water
• 0.25 cups cornstarch
• 1 egg yolk
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons white sugar
• 1 teaspoon shortening
• 0.5 teaspoons baking powder

Instructions

1. 1

   In a medium bowl, mix rice wine and salt. Place shrimp into the mixture. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator at least 20 minutes.

2. 2

   Heat oil in deep-fryer or large wok to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

3. 3

   In a medium bowl, mix together all-purpose flour, ice water, cornstarch, egg yolk, salt, white sugar, shortening and baking powder.

4. 4

   One at a time, dip shrimp into the flour mixture to coat. Carefully place a few shrimp at a time in the hot oil. Deep fry until golden brown on all sides, about 1 1/2 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to remove from oil. Drain on paper towels. Serve warm.