How do you make the batter for deep-fried shrimp?

Beat eggs, water and olive oil, and season the mixture with parsley, garlic, saffron, baking soda and salt before blending it with flour to make the batter for deep-fried shrimp. The amount of each ingredient needed depends on how many pounds of shrimp are being cooked. For a flavorful alternative, you can make a similar batter, dip the shrimp in it, and coat them with a mixture of sweetened shredded coconut and breadcrumbs before frying.

To batter 1 pound or 16 to 20 shrimp, beat 3 eggs, 3 tablespoons of water and 1/2 teaspoon of extra-virgin olive oil. Stir in 1 tablespoon of minced parsley, 1 clove of minced garlic, 1/4 teaspoon of baking soda, 1/2 teaspoon of salt and a pinch of saffron. Mix in 1 cup of all-purpose flour, and stir until smooth. Let the batter rest, unrefrigerated, for one hour before dipping the shrimp.

Make the coconut fried shrimp batter for 1 pound of shrimp by mixing 1/2 cup of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of salt and 1/2 teaspoon of baking powder in a large bowl. Whisk in 2/3 cup of water, and continue mixing until the batter is smooth. While the batter rests for about 15 minutes, mix 2 cups of sweetened shredded coconut and 1/2 cup of dried breadcrumbs in a separate shallow bowl with a wide bottom. After dipping the shrimp, press them into the coconut mixture before frying.