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Crispy Fried Shrimp
These Southern-style Crispy Fried Shrimp are full of flavor and make a great addition to any meal. They have a delightful crunch on the outside and are tender and juicy on the inside.
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
19 mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 266 kcal
Course:
Main Course , Appetizer
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons buttermilk
- 1 tablespoon hot sauce
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon creole seasoning
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 pounds extra large shrimp tail on (26-30 count)
For the Cornmeal Mixture
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup yellow cornmeal
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon creole seasoning
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- peanut oil for frying
- kosher salt to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oil in a deep fryer or Dutch oven with oil 3 inches up the sides to 350°F.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, buttermilk, hot sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, creole seasoning, paprika, and black pepper.
- Add the shrimp and coat in the egg mixture, set aside.
- In a medium bowl, stir together the flour, cornmeal, garlic powder, onion powder, creole seasoning, paprika, and pepper.
- Take a piece of shrimp and let the excess egg mixture drip off. Place it into the cornmeal mixture and coat well. Place it on a plate, and continue with the remaining shrimp.
- Once the oil is hot, place the shrimp into the hot oil in batches, do not crowd the fryer. Cook for 3-4 minutes until golden brown.
- Place the shrimp on a wire rack sitting over a sheet tray and immediately sprinkle with salt to taste. Repeat with the remaining shrimp and serve immediately.
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Notes
- Skip the paper towels: I do not recommend placing the fried shrimp onto a paper towel-lined plate, as they will become soggy.
- Don’t overcrowd the fryer: Cook the shrimp in batches if necessary. Overcrowding the fryer can prevent them from browning evenly.
- Ensure the oil is hot: If the oil is not hot enough, the shrimp will not cook evenly and the coating will fall off. Ensure it reaches the right temperature first!
Nutrition Information
Calories
266kcal
(13%)
Carbohydrates
29g
(10%)
Protein
26g
(52%)
Fat
4g
(6%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
1g
Trans Fat
0.02g
Cholesterol
246mg
(82%)
Sodium
941mg
(39%)
Potassium
305mg
(9%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
1g
(2%)
Vitamin A
819IU
(16%)
Vitamin C
2mg
(2%)
Calcium
105mg
(11%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 266
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 266kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 29g | 10% |
| Protein | 26g | 52% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Trans Fat | 0.02g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 246mg | 82% |
| Sodium | 941mg | 39% |
| Potassium | 305mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 819IU | 16% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 105mg | 11% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.