Breaded Scampi (The Best Langoustine Recipe)
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Breaded Scampi (The Best Langoustine Recipe)
Description
Breaded Scampi (The Best Langoustine Recipe) involves carefully dusting langoustine tails in seasoned flour, dipping them into beaten egg, then coating in breadcrumbs before frying. The oil is heated until hot enough to quickly fry the scampi, resulting in a crunchy crust and juicy interior. The combination of simple salt and pepper seasoning allows the natural sweetness of the langoustines to shine through. This method creates a pleasing textural contrast between the crisp breading and tender shellfish.
Langoustines are coated thoroughly to ensure even browning, and frying time is brief to avoid overcooking. Serving with freshly squeezed lemon juice or a preferred sauce adds acidity that balances the richness. This dish can be served as a flavorful starter or alongside salads and sides for a light meal.
Ingredients
- 16 langoustine tails
- 1 cup plain flour
- 2 egg
- 2 cups breadcrumbs
- 2 cups vegetable oil or more depending on the size of your pan, for frying
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- black pepper a pinch
Instructions
- Heat up the oil in a deep frying pan.
- Beat the eggs with a pinch of salt.
- Combine the flour with salt and black pepper.
- Dust the langoustines with flour, shaking off the excess flour.
- Dip them in the beaten egg, then coat with breadcrumbs.
- Fry them in batches in the hot oil until they are golden brown, it might take anything between 1 or 2 minutes depending on the heat.
- Transfer the scampi on a plate lined with kitchen paper to soak up the excess oil.
- Serve with freshly squeezed lemon juice or the sauce of your choice.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 16scampi
Amount Per Serving
Calories 325 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 325kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 16g | 5% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 29g | 45% |
| Saturated Fat | 23g | 115% |
| Cholesterol | 22mg | 7% |
| Sodium | 144mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 45mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 30IU | 1% |
| Calcium | 29mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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