Ukoy (Shrimp and Vegetable Fritters)
Crispy on the outside and packed with juicy shrimp and fresh veggies, ukoy is a delightful treat that’s easy to whip up and bursting with flavor. Enjoy these savory fritters as a snack or appetizer!
Servings 6 pieces
Ingredients
- 3 cups bean sprouts washed and drained
- 1 cup cubed firm tofu
- 2 green onions chopped
- 1 lb fresh shrimps heads removed, peeled and deveined
- Vegetable oil for frying
Batter
- ½ cup cornstarch
- ½ cup flour
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup water
Instructions
- Combine together batter ingredients. Mix until smooth. Stir in bean sprouts, tofu, green onions and shrimp.
- Heat oil in a frying pan over medium high heat. Scoop two large spoonful of mixture in hot oil; flatten with the back of the spoon. Fry until golden brown and crispy on both sides, about 5 minutes. Drain.
- Repeat process until all mixture has been used.
- Serve with vinegar garlic dipping sauce.
Notes
To make the vinegar-garlic dipping sauce: Combine 1/3 cup white vinegar, 2 cloves garlic, chopped, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper.