Ukoy Recipe (Shrimp Fritter)

Ingredients

• 1 cup small shrimps (cleaned)
• 1 cup cornstarch
• 1/4 cup flour
• 1 1/2 cups mung bean sprouts (togue)
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 piece raw egg
• 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 1/4 cups water
• 2 cups cooking oil

Instructions

1. 1

   Combine cornstarch, flour, baking powder, egg, water, salt, and ground black pepper then stir until diluted.

2. 2

   Add the shrimps and mung bean sprouts in the mixture and lightly stir to distribute.

3. 3

   Heat a frying pan or small cooking pot and pour-in the cooking oil.

4. 4

   When the oil is hot enough, scoop about 2 to 3 tablespoons of the mixture and quickly (but cautiously) drop it in hot oil.

5. 5

   Cook each side for 2 to 3 minutes or until the color turns golden brown. Please note that cooking time may vary. Repeat this step until the entire mixture is consumed.

6. 6

   Remove the deep-fried ukoy from the pan and place in a plate lined with paper towel to absorb the oil.

7. 7

   Remove the paper towel and serve with sinamak.

8. 8

   Share and enjoy!