Fried Shrimp In Apricot Sauce


Course : Shrimp
Serves: 6
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Ingredients:


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1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

1 tablespoon paprika

1 teaspoon ground white pepper

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

1/2 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning

1 can beer -- (12-ounce)

2 pounds unpeeled medium-size fresh -- shrimp

2 tablespoons vegetable oil

1 recipe apricot sauce

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1 cup apricot preserves

1 jar diced pimento -- drained (4-oz)

2 1/2 tablespoons white vinegar
 

Preparation / Directions:


Shrimp: Combine first 6 ingredients in a medium bowl; stir until smooth. Let batter stand 30 minutes. Peel shrimp, leaving tails intact; devein, if desired. Pour oil to depth of 2 inches into a Dutch oven; heat to 375F Dip shrimp into batter, and fry, a few at a time, until golden. Drain on paper towels. Serve with Apricot Sauce. Apricot Sauce: Combine all ingredients in a saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat; reduce heat, and simmer 3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Cover and chill. Yield: 1 1/3 cups.


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