Shrimp Wrapped in a Blanket Recipe

Ingredients

• 20 shrimp, peeled, deveined, tail on
• 1 cup pork minced
• 1 tablespoon garlic (2 cloves), minced
• 1 tablespoon cilantro root (2 stems), minced
• 1/2 teaspoon white pepper powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon sugar
• 1 egg
• 10 spring roll wrappers (8 inch)
• Canola oil, for frying

Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the minced pork, minced garlic, minced cilantro root, white pepper powder, salt, sugar, and the egg. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated and the mixture is sticky enough to hold together.

2. 2

   Assemble the Wrappers: Lay out the spring roll wrappers on a flat surface. Place a small amount of the pork mixture in the center of each wrapper. Place two shrimp on top of the pork mixture, with the tail extended out for presentation.

3. 3

   Wrap the Shrimp: Fold the sides of the wrapper over the filling, then roll tightly from one edge to the other to encase the shrimp and filling completely. Seal the edge with a little water or beaten egg to ensure it stays closed during frying.

4. 4

   Heat the Oil: Pour canola oil into a deep pan or wok to a depth sufficient for deep frying (about 2 inches). Heat the oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C) or when a small piece of wrapper bubbles vigorously when placed in the oil.

5. 5

   Fry the Wrapped Shrimp: Carefully add the wrapped shrimp into the hot oil in batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry each batch for about 3 to 4 minutes until the wrappers are golden brown and crispy.

6. 6

   Drain and Serve: Remove the fried shrimp from the oil using a slotted spoon and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve hot as a delicious appetizer or snack, optionally with dipping sauce.