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Crispy Breaded Shrimp

These golden Crispy Breaded Shrimp are perfectly seasoned and have a delicious crunch. They are great as an appetizer or as a filling for tacos or hoagie sandwiches. Seriously addictive!

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 4 Servings
Calories: 329 kcal
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: International

Ingredients

  • 1 pound small shrimp (71/90), peeled and deveined
  • ¾ cup flour
  • ¼ cup cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon pepper
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 1 teaspoon hot sauce
  • canola oil

Instructions

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  1. Rinse shrimp under cold running water and pat dry.
  2. On a shallow plate, combine flour, cornstarch, salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. Stir until evenly dispersed.
  3. In a large bowl, combine eggs, milk, and hot sauce. Whisk until well blended and frothy.
  4. In a deep, wide skillet over medium heat, heat about 3 inches deep of oil.
  5. Working in batches, lightly dredge shrimps in flour mixture, shaking off excess. 
  6. Dip in the egg mixture and then dredge again in flour mixture, patting down flour onto shrimp.
  7. Gently add into hot oil one by one (to prevent clumping) and deep-fry, turning as needed, for about 3 to 5 minutes or until golden and crisp.
  8.  With a slotted spoon, remove from pan and drain on a wire rack set over a baking sheet. Season with chili powder and drizzle with lime juice, if desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Pat the shrimps dry so the breading will adhere well.

Nutrition Information

Calories 329kcal (16%) Carbohydrates 26g (9%) Protein 28g (56%) Fat 11g (17%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Cholesterol 368mg (123%) Sodium 1525mg (64%) Potassium 156mg (4%) Vitamin A 240IU (5%) Vitamin C 5.4mg (6%) Calcium 189mg (19%) Iron 3.9mg (22%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 329

% Daily Value*

Calories 329kcal 16%
Carbohydrates 26g 9%
Protein 28g 56%
Fat 11g 17%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Cholesterol 368mg 123%
Sodium 1525mg 64%
Potassium 156mg 3%
Vitamin A 240IU 5%
Vitamin C 5.4mg 6%
Calcium 189mg 19%
Iron 3.9mg 22%

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