Jumbo Shrimp (5) Recipe
Fried and served with tartar sauce or grilled and served with lemon garlic sauce. Sauces are on the side.
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Ingredients
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Shrimp
Tartar Sauce
Lemon Garlic Sauce
Method
Preparing the Shrimp
- 1
Prepare the Shrimp
Rinse the jumbo shrimp under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
- 2
Set Up Breading Station
In three separate bowls, place the flour, cornstarch, and breadcrumbs. In another bowl, beat the eggs. Season the flour mixture with salt and black pepper.
- 3
Bread the Shrimp
Dip each shrimp first in the flour, then in the egg, and finally coat with breadcrumbs. Set aside on a plate.
Frying the Shrimp
- 4
Heat Oil
In a large frying pan, heat the oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 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.
- 6
Drain Shrimp
Using a slotted spoon, remove the fried shrimp and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
Making the Tartar Sauce
- 7
Combine Ingredients
In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, chopped pickles, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Making the Lemon Garlic Sauce
- 8
Melt Butter
In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter.
- 9
- 10
Add Lemon Juice and Parsley
Stir in lemon juice, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper. Cook for an additional minute.
