Chinese Winter Shrimps Recipe

Ingredients:
  • 10 egg whites
  • 2 tsp cornstarch
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1cup (175g) (prawns) or peeled shrimps
  • vegetable oil for deep-frying
  • 1/4 tsp MSG (optional)
  • 1/4 cup (50g) ground cooked chicken
  • 2 tbsp chopped chives

Directions:
  1. Beat 1 egg white, the cornstarch and salt together until they form a smooth batter. 
  2. Put the prawns (shrimps) in the batter and gently toss to coat thoroughly.
  3. Fill a large saucepan one-third full with oil and heat until it is very hot. 
  4. Arrange the prawns (shrimps) in a deep-frying basket and carefully lower into the oil. 
  5. Fry for 1 minute. 
  6. Remove from the oil and drain on kitchen towels. 
  7. Set aside.
  8. Beat the remaining egg whites with the MSG. 
  9. Pile half the egg whites on to a dish. 
  10. Lay the prawns (shrimps) on top and, using a spatula, gently spread the remaining egg whites over the top. 
  11. Carefully title the pan over the saucepan containing the oil and gently slide it into the oil. 
  12. Fry for 3 minutes basting the top with oil if it is not fully covered.
  13. Remove the pan from the heat and, using a fish slice or spatula, remove from the oil and drain on kitchen towels.
  14. Transfer the mixture to a warmed serving dish and sprinkle over the chicken and chives. 
  15. Serve at once. 

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