Fried Shrimp Recipe

Fried Shrimp

1. 1

   Prepare the Shrimp

   Rinse the large shrimp under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.

2. 2

   Set Up Breading Station

   In one bowl, add the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine. In another bowl, whisk together the eggs and buttermilk until smooth.

3. 3

   Bread the Shrimp

   Dip each shrimp first into the egg mixture, allowing the excess to drip off, then coat it in the flour mixture, pressing gently to adhere. Place the breaded shrimp on a plate and continue until all shrimp are coated.

4. 4

   Heat the Oil

   In a large, deep skillet or pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). You can test the temperature by dropping a small amount of the flour mixture into the oil; it should sizzle immediately.

5. 5

   Fry the Shrimp

   Carefully add the breaded shrimp to the hot oil in batches, avoiding overcrowding. Fry for about 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Use a slotted spoon to remove the shrimp and place them onto a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

6. 6

   Serve

   Serve the fried shrimp hot, garnished with lemon wedges for squeezing over the top.