Fried Shrimp Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
25 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
35 mins
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Servings
5
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Course
Main Course
Fried Shrimp Recipe
Description
The Fried Shrimp Recipe uses peeled and deveined extra-large shrimp that are dredged first in a flour mixture seasoned with paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. They are then dipped in beaten eggs and coated with panko bread crumbs pressed firmly to adhere. The shrimp are fried in batches at 350°F for about one minute until cooked through and crispy.
The panko coating fries to a light, crunchy texture that contrasts with the juicy shrimp inside. The seasoning adds mild spice and depth. Using fresh oil temperature and frying in small batches maintains crispness and avoids sogginess. A sprinkle of parsley adds freshness and color, and lemon wedges provide bright acidity to complement the fried shrimp.
These shrimp make a versatile dish that can be served as appetizers, snacks, or part of a meal with sides. Adjusting seasoning or adding cayenne can customize the flavor.
The recipe notes suggest having extra eggs on hand as two may sometimes be insufficient, and seasoning levels can be adjusted to taste for salt and pepper. Adding cayenne provides optional spiciness.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lbs Shrimp peeled and deveined, extra large
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (preferably unbleached)
- 1 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- salt freshly ground
- black pepper freshly ground
- 2 large egg
- 2 cups panko bread crumbs
- vegetable oil (about 8 cups)
- 1 Tbsp parsley optional, fresh, minced
- 1 lemon cut into wedges (optional
Instructions
- Add flour, paprika, garlic powder, salt and pepper to a medium shallow dish and whisk to blend.***
- In a second medium shallow dish whisk eggs until well blended.
- Pour panko into a 3rd shallow dish (a pie plate works well here).
- Preheat oil in a large pot to 350 degrees while you coat shrimp. Note that shrimp should be lightly wet on the exterior, if not rinse with water and drain well otherwise the flour won't stick in the next step.
- Dredge shrimp in flour mixture on both sides. Transfer to egg mixture and coat on both sides. Then finish by coating in panko on both sides, while pressing into panko so it adheres well.
- Fry shrimp in batches (no more than 10 at a time) until cooked through, about 1 minute. Bring oil back to 350 degree temperature between batches.
- Use a large spider strainer to remove shrimp from oil and transfer to a baking sheet lined with two layers of paper towels to drain. Repeat process with remaining shrimp.
- Garnish shrimp with parsley if desired, serve with lemon wedges and your favorite shrimp sauce (such as cocktail sauce, honey mustard, tartar sauce, sriracha dip, creamy herb etc).
Notes
- Use 3 eggs if needed to properly coat all the shrimp instead of just 2.
- Adding 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper to the flour mixture creates spicy shrimp.
- Adjust salt and pepper seasoning based on preference; about 1 1/4 teaspoon salt and 3/4 teaspoon pepper is common.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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