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Messy Shrimp Boil 2 to 3 pounds shrimp in shell 1/3 cup baking soda Fill a Dutch oven with water and bring to a rolling boil. Add baking soda to the water. Add shrimp. When the water returns to a boil and the shrimp rise to the surface with a bright reddish color to their edges, remove from water. Rinse shrimp under cold water; drain. Pile shrimp into a large bowl. Serve with side dishes of garlic butter, steamed rice, a salad, and a crusty loaf of French bread.

Shrimp Tempura Batter Recipe 2 cups all-purpose flour 2 tablespoons baking powder 1 teaspoon salt 1 1/2 cups ice cold water 1/4 cup cornstarch 1 teaspoon baking soda 2 eggs, slightly beaten Shrimp, peeled, cleaned, patted dry Combine flour, cornstarch, baking powder and baking soda in a bowl. Add salt, egg and water; stir until flour is moistened. Batter should be slightly lumpy. Dip shrimp in batter. Deep fry.