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Beer-Battered Shrimp
4.5 from 6 votes

Beer-Battered Shrimp

Delectable and crispy, with a hint of spice - these Beer-Battered Shrimp are a perfect, light addition to any gathering.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 214 kcal
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 pound Shrimp peeled and deveined, large
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup light beer
  • vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

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  1. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, salt, garlic powder, paprika, and black pepper.
  2. Pour in the beer and whisk until the batter is smooth and free of lumps.
  3. Heat oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 375°F.
  4. Dip shrimp into the batter, allowing excess to drip off, and carefully place them in the hot oil.
  5. Fry the shrimp in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per side.
  6. Transfer fried shrimp to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
  7. Serve the beer battered shrimp hot with your favorite dipping sauce.

Nutrition Information

Calories 214kcal (11%) Carbohydrates 26g (9%) Protein 19g (38%) Fat 1g (2%) Saturated Fat 0.2g (1%) Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g (2%) Monounsaturated Fat 0.1g (1%) Trans Fat 0.01g (1%) Cholesterol 143mg (48%) Sodium 1227mg (51%) Potassium 186mg (4%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 0.2g (0%) Vitamin A 328IU (7%) Vitamin C 0.01mg (0%) Calcium 70mg (7%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4 servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 214

% Daily Value*

Calories 214kcal 11%
Carbohydrates 26g 9%
Protein 19g 38%
Fat 1g 2%
Saturated Fat 0.2g 1%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g 2%
Monounsaturated Fat 0.1g 1%
Trans Fat 0.01g 1%
Cholesterol 143mg 48%
Sodium 1227mg 51%
Potassium 186mg 4%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 0.2g 0%
Vitamin A 328IU 7%
Vitamin C 0.01mg 0%
Calcium 70mg 7%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.