STUFFED SHRIMP

Steps:

• 1. 1. Peel raw shrimp but leave tails intact. Devein shrimp and with a sharp knife split them down the back to butterfly. Set aside.
• 2. 2. In a skillet, combine oil, green onions, parsley, onion, and bell pepper. Over medium-high heat, saute until vegetables are soft, about 3 minutes. Add butter, black pepper, cayenne, garlic powder, and soft bread crumbs.
• 3. 3. Spoon skillet mixture into a bowl and allow to cool slightly. Whisk in 1 of the eggs and add crabmeat and cooked shrimp. Gently mix the stuffing mixture and add salt to taste.
• 4. 4. Shape 24 portions of stuffing mixture and press into the split in the extra-large shrimp. Whisk together remaining eggs and milk. Place flour and bread crumbs in separate pie pans. Add salt and pepper to taste.
• 5. 5. Carefully dust stuffed shrimp with flour, dip into egg batter, then dredge in bread crumbs. Place breaded shrimp on a waxed-paper-lined baking sheet and refrigerate 30 minutes.
• 6. 6. Pour vegetable oil into a deep skillet or pot to a depth of 2 inches. Heat to 350 degrees F. Fry shrimp, a few at a time, until golden, about 3 to 5 minutes. Serve with fries or salad. Can also be served with tartar sauce, remoulade sauce, or cocktail sauce.