2 lbs. fresh shrimp
1 egg, beaten
1 c. all-purpose flour
1 c. cold water
2 tbsp. cooking oil
1/2 tsp. sugar
1/2 tsp. salt
All-purpose flour

Peel shrimp, leaving last section and tail intact. Devein and butterfly shrimp. In a medium bowl stir together egg, 1 cup flour, water, cooking oil, sugar and salt. Beat mixture with a rotary beater until smooth. Roll shrimp in flour to coat, then dip in batter.

In a saucepan or deep-fat fryer heat about 2 inches melted shortening or cooking oil to 375 degrees. Fry shrimp a few at a time, for 2-3 minutes or until golden.