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Ukoy Recipe - Filipino Shrimp Fritters

Get this easy Ukoy recipe, Filipino crunchy shrimp fritters using sweet potato. A popular Filipino snack that can also be served as an appetizer or main dish.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 8
Calories: 119 kcal
Course: Side Dish , Appetizer
Cuisine: Asian , Filipino

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup flour
  • 1 cup cornstarch
  • 1 cup water
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1-2 teaspoons salt - adjust to your preference
  • 1 teaspoon Annatto/Achuete powder (can be more or less)
  • 1 cups small shrimps + some for toppings
  • 2 cups grated sweet potatoes
  • oil - for frying
  • Spiced Vinegar - for dipping

Instructions

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  1. In a bowl, combine flour, cornstarch, salt and ground pepper. Add the water and whisk together until well-blended and smooth. Stir in annatto/achuete powder to the mixture and mix well until color is evenly distributed.
  2. Add 1 cup shrimps and grated sweet potato in the mixture and lightly stir to distribute.
  3. Heat oil in a skillet or frying pan over medium-high heat.
  4. Fill a small saucer evenly with about 2-3 tablespoon of the mixture and add 2-3 more shrimps on top. Gently tilt the saucer to slide the mixture into the hot oil and cook for about 3 to 4 minutes on each side or until they turn golden brown.
  5. Transfer the deep-fried ukoy in a plate lined with paper towel to absorb the excess oil.
  6. Serve while still hot with spiced vinegar.

Nutrition Information

Calories 119kcal (6%) Carbohydrates 24g (8%) Protein 4g (8%) Fat 0g (0%) Saturated Fat 0g (0%) Cholesterol 40mg (13%) Sodium 727mg (30%) Potassium 124mg (4%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 4715IU (94%) Vitamin C 1.5mg (2%) Calcium 33mg (3%) Iron 0.8mg (4%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 119

% Daily Value*

Calories 119kcal 6%
Carbohydrates 24g 8%
Protein 4g 8%
Fat 0g 0%
Saturated Fat 0g 0%
Cholesterol 40mg 13%
Sodium 727mg 30%
Potassium 124mg 3%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 4715IU 94%
Vitamin C 1.5mg 2%
Calcium 33mg 3%
Iron 0.8mg 4%

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