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Almost Shrimp Paesano

ItalianSeafoodIntermediate25 minBy Northstar

Ingredients

Servings
4
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 lb extra-large shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails on
  • 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
  • 0.5 cup vegetable oil, for frying
  • 1 0.5 cup cold unsalted butter, cut into 1-inch pieces (3 sticks)
  • 1 lemon juice only
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, minced
  • 1 pinch salt and pepper

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a shallow bowl, combine egg, milk, salt, and pepper. Dip shrimp in mixture, then lightly dip in flour.

  2. 2

    Heat oil in a sauté pan until hot. Add shrimp 4 to 6 at a time, making sure they have plenty of room and do not touch. Brown on one side, turn, and brown the other. Cook until done.

  3. 3

    Make the sauce: In a heavy saucepan, combine butter, lemon juice, and garlic. Whisk constantly over medium-low heat until butter is just melted and slightly thickened. Stir in parsley and remove from heat.

  4. 4

    Pool sauce on plates, then top with the cooked shrimp. Serve immediately.