Camaron Frito

Ingredients

 * 1 lb large shrimp 450g
 * 1/2 cup milk 125ml
 * 1/4 tsp crumbled oregano 1ml
 * 1/4 cup almond (coarsely chopped) 60g
 * 1 egg
 * 3/4 cup flour
 * 1/4 tsp garlic, salt
 * 1ml 	Vegetable Oil or margarine

Directions

 * 1) Boil shrimp and remove outer shell. (15-20 minutes).
 * 2) Slice each shrimp along vein, deeply enough to lay out flat (Butterfly fashion).
 * 3) Beat together egg, milk, flour and seasoning until smooth.
 * 4) Dip each shrimp in batter. Drain and spread in a single layer on a tray. Sprinkle almond if used.
 * 5) Chill before frying. (1-2 hours) (Optional).
 * 6) Heat fat to 370 F. Fry shrimps until brown. Deep or shallow frying.
 * 7) Drain on absorbent paper. Serve hot.