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Deep-Fried Shrimp Stuffed W/bacon,almond

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Category: Seafood

 Ingredients List

  • 1 lb Large shrimp
  • 1/4 c Almond meats
  • 2 sl Lean bacon
  • Salt
  • 1 Egg
  • 1 c Flour
  • Oil for deep-frying

 Directions

1. Shell, devein and butterfly shrimp, leaving the tail segments intact.

2. Blanch and toast almonds; chop coarsely. Shred bacon, then mix with
almonds. Place about 1/2 teaspoon of mixture on each shrimp. Re-close
shrimp, pressing its edges to seal in filling. Sprinkle lightly with salt.

3. Beat egg. Holding shrimp by the tail, dip first in egg, then in flour to
dredge lightly. Meanwhile heat oil.

4. Add shrimp and deep-fry until golden. Drain on paper toweling and serve
at once. VARIATION: For the almonds and bacon, substitute walnuts and
smoked ham.

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