Description
Learn how to make the best crispy okoy recipe, a Filipino favorite featuring shrimp, papaya, and carrots fried to perfection. Serve these crunchy delights with a tangy vinegar dip for a truly satisfying appetizer!
Ingredients
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For the Batter:
- 1 cup small shrimp, cleaned with shells on
- 1 cup grated green papaya
- 1/2 cup grated carrots
- 1/4 cup bean sprouts
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onions
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/2 cup cold water
Instructions
- Prepare the Batter: In a large bowl, combine flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, and black pepper. Gradually add cold water to make a smooth batter.
- Mix in Ingredients: Add shrimp, papaya, carrots, bean sprouts, and green onions to the batter; coat evenly.
- Fry the Okoy: Heat oil in a pan, scoop batter, flatten into discs, fry 2-3 minutes per side until golden.
- Serve: Drain on paper towels, serve hot with vinegar dip.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, ensure cold batter and hot oil.
- Substitute papaya with squash or sweet potato for variation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Deep Frying
- Cuisine: Filipino
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2-3 pieces
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
