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Popcorn Shrimp
This popcorn shrimp recipe is tender bites of shrimp coated in seasonings and deep fried to golden brown perfection. An easy appetizer option that's sure to be a hit with family and friends.
Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 314 kcal
Course:
Appetizer
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 1 pound small shrimp peeled and deveined
- 1 1/4 cups all purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons salt plus more for serving
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika smoked or regular
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup milk
- vegetable oil for frying
- 2 teaspoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, mix together the flour, salt, paprika, pepper and garlic power.
- Pat the shrimp dry and place them in a large bowl. Add 1/4 cup of the flour mixture and toss to combine until the shrimp are all coated.
- Heat 3-4 inches of oil in a large deep pot to 375 degrees F.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and milk.
- Dip each shrimp into the milk mixture, then dredge in the remaining seasoned flour.
- Place 8-10 pieces of shrimp in the oil. Cook for 2-3 minutes or until golden brown.
- Remove the shrimp from the oil and drain on paper towels. Repeat the process with the remaining shrimp.
- Sprinkle with chopped parsley and serve immediately.
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Nutrition Information
Calories
314kcal
(16%)
Carbohydrates
43g
(14%)
Protein
25g
(50%)
Fat
14g
(22%)
Saturated Fat
2g
(10%)
Cholesterol
271mg
(90%)
Sodium
677mg
(28%)
Potassium
410mg
(12%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
3g
(6%)
Vitamin A
260IU
(5%)
Vitamin C
5mg
(6%)
Calcium
112mg
(11%)
Iron
3mg
(17%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 314
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 314kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 43g | 14% |
| Protein | 25g | 50% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 271mg | 90% |
| Sodium | 677mg | 28% |
| Potassium | 410mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 260IU | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 5mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 112mg | 11% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.