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Ukoy na Togue

Shrimp and Vegetable fritters with bean sprouts and carrots. Crispy and tasty, they make a filling snack or appetizer.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 6 Servings
Calories: 273 kcal
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Filipino

Ingredients

  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 1 cup cornstarch
  • ½ cup flour
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon fish sauce
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon pepper
  • 1 teaspoon annatto powder
  • 1 pound mung bean sprouts
  • 2 large carrots, peeled and julienned
  • 4 shallots, peeled and sliced thinly
  • canola oil
  • ½ pound medium shrimps, tendrils trimmed

Instructions

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  1. In a large bowl, combine egg, cornstarch, flour, water, fish sauce, salt, and pepper. Whisk together until well-blended and smooth.
  2. Add annatto powder and stir until dispersed and batter is lightly colored.
  3. Add bean sprouts, carrots, and shallots and gently stir to combine.
  4. In a large skillet over medium heat, heat about 2 inches deep of oil. 
  5. On a large spoon, place about 2 to 3 tablespoons of the ukoy mixture and press 1 to 2 shrimps on top.
  6. Gently slide mixture into the hot oil and cook for about 3 to 4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crisp. 
  7. With a slotted spoon, remove from heat and drain on a wire rack set over a baking sheet. Serve immediately with spicy vinegar dip.

Notes

  • Cut the carrots into uniform size and slice as thinly as possible as they will cook congruently with bean sprouts which have a short cook time.

Nutrition Information

Calories 273kcal (14%) Carbohydrates 36g (12%) Protein 12g (24%) Fat 8g (12%) Cholesterol 122mg (41%) Sodium 792mg (33%) Potassium 284mg (8%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 5g (10%) Vitamin A 3450IU (69%) Vitamin C 14mg (16%) Calcium 82mg (8%) Iron 2.5mg (14%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 273

% Daily Value*

Calories 273kcal 14%
Carbohydrates 36g 12%
Protein 12g 24%
Fat 8g 12%
Cholesterol 122mg 41%
Sodium 792mg 33%
Potassium 284mg 6%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 5g 10%
Vitamin A 3450IU 69%
Vitamin C 14mg 16%
Calcium 82mg 8%
Iron 2.5mg 14%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.