Properly Made Fried Shrimp

Directions

1. 1
   Peel the shrimp, and cut off the tips of the tail.
2. 2
   This prevents the oil from spitting when fried.
3. 3
   Take the vein out with a toothpick.
4. 4
   Prepare the shrimp in the salt and cooking sake.
5. 5
   Make several small cuts in the stomach (inner curve) side of the shrimp.
6. 6
   This prevents shrinking or curling up.
7. 7
   Coat with cake flour.
8. 8
   Dip in beaten egg.
9. 9
   Coat with panko.
10. 10
    Put on a generous amount, and shake off any excess.
11. 11
    Deep fry in 320F/160C oil.
12. 12
    Drain the oil and serve.