Crispy Shrimp Fritto Misto (Printable)
Golden shrimp and mixed vegetables in a light sparkling-water batter, fried until crisp and served with lemon and parsley.
# What You'll Need:
→ Seafood & Vegetables
01 - 14 ounces large raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
02 - 1 small zucchini, sliced into thin rounds
03 - 1 small red bell pepper, cut into strips
04 - 3.5 ounces green beans, trimmed
05 - 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
06 - 3.5 ounces baby squid, cleaned and cut into rings (optional)
→ Batter
07 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
08 - 6 tablespoons corn starch
09 - 1 teaspoon baking powder
10 - 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
11 - 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons sparkling water, ice cold
→ For Frying
12 - Neutral oil, such as canola or sunflower, for deep frying
→ To Serve
13 - 1 lemon, cut into wedges
14 - Fresh parsley, chopped
# How to Make It:
01 - Pat the shrimp and vegetables thoroughly dry with paper towels to ensure crisp frying. Set aside.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, corn starch, baking powder, and sea salt. Whisk in the ice-cold sparkling water until just incorporated; the batter should remain light and a bit lumpy.
03 - Pour neutral oil into a deep fryer or heavy, deep saucepan to a depth of at least 2 inches. Heat to 350°F, using a kitchen thermometer to monitor temperature.
04 - Working in batches, dip each shrimp and vegetable piece into the batter, allowing the excess to drip off. Carefully lower each piece into the hot oil using a slotted spoon. Fry for 2 to 3 minutes, turning as needed, until golden and crisp.
05 - Remove fried items with a slotted spoon and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Continue with remaining ingredients, making sure the oil returns to temperature between batches.
06 - Arrange the crispy assortment on a platter. Garnish with chopped parsley and lemon wedges. Serve immediately while hot.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The crisp, delicate batter is so light you&39;ll be surprised by how it keeps everyone reaching for one more piece.
- This recipe makes it almost too easy to mix and match your favorite vegetables alongside shrimp for a new experience every time.
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- If the batter seems too thin or puddles off, don&39;t add more flour—just chill it longer and try again.
- The difference between good and great fritto misto is never letting the oil cool down—patience pays off with that shattering crunch.
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- If the batter starts to warm up, put the whole bowl over another filled with ice.
- A final light drizzle of lemon juice when plating brightens the flavors in the most satisfying way.