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Crispy Shrimp Poppers
 
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Prep Time: 0 Minutes
Cook Time: 4 Minutes
Ready In: 4 Minutes
Servings: 20
I haven't made this but it looked good... I think the recipe would be even better with some chopped jalapeno added to the cream cheese filling.. the recipe and photo are from the web
Ingredients:
20 uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
10 bacon strips
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 eggs, lightly beaten
2 cups panko (japanese) bread crumbs
oil for deep-fat frying
Directions:
1. Butterfly the shrimp along the outside curves.
2. Spread about 1 teaspoon cream cheese inside each shrimp.
3. Cut bacon strips in half lengthwise; wrap a piece around each shrimp and secure with toothpicks.
4. In three separate shallow bowls, place the flour, eggs and bread crumbs.
5. Coat the shrimp with flour; dip into eggs, then coat with bread crumbs.
6. In an electric skillet or deep-fat fryer, heat oil to 375°.
7. Fry shrimp, a few at a time, for 3-4 minutes or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
8. Discard toothpicks before serving.
9. Yield: 20 appetizers.
By RecipeOfHealth.com