Without baking soda, this is how to fry crispy shrimp so that it doesn't get hard and stays crispy even when it's cold.

YouTube/Nuraaini Soewarto

Shrimp is rich in omega-3, making it very good for the heart.

Brilio.net - There are many choices of side dishes that are rich in protein, one of which is animal meat. Not only beef or chicken, various seafood also contains high protein, you know. One of the most popular is shrimp. Reported from caviarbarlv.com, besides being rich in protein, shrimp also contains omega-3 which is good for heart health.

Not only that, shrimp also contains various vitamins and minerals that can help maintain healthy nerves and body cells. But remember, even though it is delicious and nutritious, shrimp consumption must still be limited so as not to be excessive. To be more balanced, you can enjoy shrimp with vegetables, tubers, or other foods that are rich in fiber and nutrients.

Shrimp itself can be processed into various dishes, from stir-fried, grilled, boiled, to fried. Well, if you want to make crispy fried shrimp , usually the shrimp are coated with flour before being fried. But be careful, the wrong choice and use of flour can make the end result less than satisfactory. Instead of being crispy, shrimp can actually become hard, especially after it cools.

To keep the results crispy even though they are cold, you can try a trick shared by a netizen named Nuraaini. In her video, she shows how to fry shrimp so that they remain crispy without using baking soda.

"These fried shrimps remain crispy even when cold. This is a simple way to make them and they taste delicious, and they are also suitable as an idea for a daily menu," he said, quoted by BrilioFood from YouTube Nuraaini Soewarto.

First of all, don't forget to clean the shrimp and wash them thoroughly first. Then add the spices of finely ground garlic, salt, flavoring, pepper, and turmeric powder. Stir well, then add the eggs. After all the ingredients are mixed well, marinate for 30 minutes to absorb.

photo: YouTube/Nuraaini Soewarto

When the marinating time is almost over, it's time to prepare the dry flour mixture. Well, according to Nuraaini, this flour mixture is just right so that the results of the shrimp are crispy, not hard, and remain crispy even though they are no longer warm. Namely, she uses high protein wheat flour, rice flour, and cornstarch.

Don't forget to season the flour mixture with salt, pepper, and flavoring so it's not bland. After the flour mixture is even, it's time to coat it on the shrimp. To make it crispier and thicker, Nuraaini admitted that she likes to do the process twice. So, after being in the flour, the shrimp can be dipped again in the marinade, and finally in the flour again.

photo: YouTube/Nuraaini Soewarto

When all the shrimp have been coated with flour, it's time to start the frying process. Fry the shrimp in heated oil while occasionally turning them over so that they cook evenly. While frying, use medium heat so that they don't burn quickly. When the crispy shrimp look golden brown, immediately remove and drain.

photo: YouTube/Nuraaini Soewarto

Wow, these crispy shrimps look delicious and crunchy, right? Are you drooling yet?

1. Why do fried shrimp become hard after they cool?

Fried shrimp can become tough due to the use of inappropriate flour or improper frying process. Using a combination of high protein wheat flour, rice flour, and cornstarch can help produce a crispier and more durable texture.

2. Is it mandatory to use cornstarch in the dough?

It is not necessary, but cornstarch helps to give a lighter crispy texture than using only wheat flour. If you don't have cornstarch, you can replace it with rice flour to keep the results crispy.

3. How do you make the flour coating stick better to the shrimp?

After the shrimp are marinated, make sure to coat them in flour while they are slightly wet so that the flour sticks better. The double coating technique (coating the flour twice by dipping it back into the marinade) can also help the flour stick better and the results are thicker and crispier.

4. How long is the ideal time to fry shrimp so that they are perfectly cooked?

Shrimps should be fried for 2-3 minutes on medium heat. Frying for too long can make the shrimp tough and lose its juicy texture.

5. Can these fried shrimp be stored and still be crispy the next day?

Yes! Store the fried shrimp in an airtight container at room temperature if you want to eat them within a few hours. If you want to store them longer, use the oven or air fryer to reheat them so they stay crispy.

(brl/lut)