Beer-Batter Shrimp
["2 lb. fresh large shrimp", "1 c. flour", "salt and ground white pepper to taste", "1/4 tsp. nutmeg", "1 Tbsp. ground coriander", "3/4 c. beer", "1 Tbsp. vegetable or corn oil plus enough for deep frying", "2 egg whites"]
["Peel and devein the shrimp.", "Put the flour in a mixing bowl; add salt, pepper, nutmeg and coriander.", "Gradually add the beer, stirring with a wire whisk until smooth.", "Add more beer if necessary (should be consistency of pancake batter).", "Brush the top of the batter with 1 tablespoon oil (this prevents gas from escaping).", "Cover with plastic wrap and let stand in a warm place for 30 minutes.", "Beat the egg whites until they form soft peaks and fold them into the batter with a rubber spatula.", "Heat the oil in an electric skillet or deep fryer to 350\u00b0."]
["shrimp", "flour", "salt", "nutmeg", "ground coriander", "beer", "vegetable", "egg whites"]