appetizer essentials: cajun shrimp bites

How To Make appetizer essentials: cajun shrimp bites

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  PREP/PREPARE
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  Gather your Ingredients (mise en place).
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  Chef’s Tip: Make sure that you keep the shrimp cool, until ready to use.
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  Chef’s Note: I usually mix my own Cajun spices; however, if I don’t have the time, Tony Chachere’s Original Creole Seasoning, is my first choice.
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  Add the eggs, apple cider vinegar, and water to a bowl, and whisk to combine.
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  Add the flour, cornmeal, and Cajun spice to a bowl, and thoroughly mix.
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  Add the peanut oil in a skillet over medium heat, to a depth of 1/2 inch (1.2cm).
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  Add the shrimp to the egg/vinegar/water mixture.
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  Coat the shrimp in the flour/cornmeal mixture.
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  When the oil begins to shimmer, add the shrimp to the skillet.
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  Chef's Tip: Shimmering oil is good for sautéing because it increases the chances that the food won't stick. Hot oil immediately seals the bottom of food, creating a natural barrier between it and the bottom of the pan.
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  Cook, turning once or twice, until they are golden brown, about 2 – 3 minutes.
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  Drain on paper towels.
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  PLATE/PRESENT
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  Serve while still nice and warm with your favorite dipping sauce. Enjoy.
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  Chef’s Note: Trust me on this one… they won’t last long.
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  Keep the faith, and keep cooking.
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