Chinese-Style Crispy Shrimp With Sweet & Sour Sauce

Ingredients

SHRIMP

• 1 lb fresh shrimp or frozen raw shrimp
• 1 egg, slightly beaten
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon dry white wine
• 1/2 teaspoon soy sauce
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• vegetable oil
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup water
• 3 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt

RED SWEET AND SOUR SAUCE

• 1/2 cup red wine vinegar
• 1/2 cup catsup
• 1/3 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper sauce

Directions

1. 1

   RED SWEET AND SOUR SAUCE:.

2. 2

   Mix all ingredients.

3. 3

   Have ready for shrimp.

4. 4

   SHRIMP:.

5. 5

   Remove shells from shrimp, leaving tails intact.

6. 6

   If shrimp are frozen do not thaw; peel under running cold water.

7. 7

   Make a shallow cut lengthwise down back of each shrimp and devein.

8. 8

   Slit shrimp lengthwise down the back almost in half.

9. 9

   Mix eggs, the 1 tablespoon cornstarch, the wine, soy sauce and the 1/4 teaspoon salt in glass bowl; stir in shrimp.

10. 10

    Cover and refrigerate 10 minutes.

11. 11

    Heat oil(1-1/2 inches) in 3 quart saucepan to 375°F.

12. 12

    Mix flour, water, the 3 tablespoons cornstarch, 1 tablespoon oil, baking soda and the 1/2 teaspoon salt.

13. 13

    Stir shrimp into batter until coated.

14. 14

    Fry 5 or 6 shrimp at a time, turning occasionally, until golden brown, 2-3 minutes; drain.

15. 15

    Serve hot with sauce.