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Udang Goreng Tepung

Crispy Indonesian style battered shrimp fried until golden. Serve hot with chili sauce as a dish or snack.

25 minMediumServes 4380 cal/serving

IndonesianDinnerStovetopPescatarianHalal-friendlyDairy-FreeNut-FreePork-FreeAlcohol-Free

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Ingredients

  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp ground white pepper
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup tapioca starch
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 1/2 cup ice water
  • 3 cups vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. 1

    Season 1 lb peeled large shrimp with 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp ground white pepper, and 1 tsp garlic powder in a bowl.

  2. 2

    In a shallow dish, combine 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup tapioca starch, and 1/2 tsp baking powder.

  3. 3

    In another bowl, whisk 1 beaten large egg with 1/2 cup ice water.

  4. 4

    Heat 3 cups vegetable oil in a heavy pot over medium heat to 350°F (175°C).

  5. 5

    Dip large shrimp into egg mix, dredge in flour mix, and fry for 3 minutes until internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).

  6. 6

    Drain fried large shrimp on paper towels before serving.

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Questions

How hot should the oil be for Udang Goreng Tepung?

For Udang Goreng Tepung, the frying oil is held at 350 F (about 175 C) in step 4. Hotter scorches the outside before the inside cooks, and cooler turns it greasy. The target internal temperature is 145 F (about 65 C), given in step 5. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

Can I use frozen shrimp instead of shrimp in Udang Goreng Tepung?

Yes; most shrimp sold as fresh were frozen once already. Thaw them under cold running water for about ten minutes and pat them very dry so they sear instead of steaming. As written, the entry for Udang Goreng Tepung uses 1 lb large shrimp, peeled.

Can I make Udang Goreng Tepung gluten-free?

Yes. The gluten in Udang Goreng Tepung is 1 cup all-purpose flour. Swap the flour for a 1-to-1 gluten-free baking blend (where it only thickens a sauce, half as much cornstarch also works). Everything else proceeds as written.

Does Udang Goreng Tepung contain shellfish?

Yes: 1 lb large shrimp, peeled. The full allergen list for this entry is gluten, eggs and shellfish. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

How many calories are in Udang Goreng Tepung?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) is about 380 calories, with 24 g protein, 28 g carbohydrate and 18 g fat, plus 1 g fiber and 620 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

Can I freeze Udang Goreng Tepung?

It is not a good candidate. Refrigerate what is left of Udang Goreng Tepung within two hours and eat it within two days (seafood turns fast). Reheat uncovered in a 400 F oven (or an air fryer) for a few minutes to bring the crust back; the microwave softens it.

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