Butterfly Shrimp Recipe
Enjoy our crispy butterfly shrimp, lightly breaded and fried to golden perfection, served with a zesty dipping sauce.
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Ingredients
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Butterfly Shrimp Ingredients
Method
Butterfly Shrimp Directions
- 1
Prepare the Shrimp
Butterfly the shrimp by slicing them down the middle, being careful not to cut all the way through. This will allow them to open up when cooked.
- 2
Set Up Breading Station
Prepare three shallow dishes: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with a mixture of panko breadcrumbs, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- 3
Bread the Shrimp
Coat each butterflied shrimp in flour, dip into the beaten eggs, and then coat with the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until hot (around 350°F or 175°C).
- 5
Fry the Shrimp
Carefully add the breaded shrimp to the hot oil in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Fry until golden brown and cooked through, about 2-3 minutes per side.
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