Description
Ukoy, also known as shrimp fritters, is a popular Filipino snack that has been enjoyed for generations. These crispy fritters are made with a batter of rice flour or cornstarch and are filled with small shrimp and julienned vegetables such as sweet potatoes, carrots, and bean sprouts.
Ingredients
Shrimp, peeled and deveined (1/2 lb)
Bean sprouts (1 cup)
Carrots, julienned (1/2 cup)
Sweet potato, julienned (1/2 cup)
Flour (1/2 cup)
Cornstarch (1/4 cup)
Baking powder (1/2 tsp)
Salt (1 tsp)
Cold water (1/2 cup)
Egg, beaten (1)
Vegetable oil (for frying)
Vinegar (for dipping)
Instructions
In a bowl, mix flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and salt.
Add cold water and beaten egg; stir to make a batter.
Mix in shrimp, bean sprouts, carrots, and sweet potato.
Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
Spoon batter into the skillet, forming small patties.
Fry until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per side.
Serve with vinegar for dipping.