Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsCool Springs Fish Bar & RestaurantCool Spring Shrimp Fry Recipe

Cool Spring Shrimp Fry Recipe

Time1h
Serves4

Panko crusted jumbo shrimp, hand cut slaw, shoestring fries, cocktail sauce.

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Ingredients

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Shrimp

Method

Preparing the Shrimp

  1. 1

    Prepare the Shrimp

    Peel and devein the jumbo shrimp, leaving the tails on. Pat them dry with paper towels.

  2. 2

    Coat the Shrimp

    In one bowl, place the all-purpose flour seasoned with salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. In a second bowl, whisk the eggs. In a third bowl, place the panko breadcrumbs. Dip each shrimp first in the flour, then in the eggs, and finally coat with panko breadcrumbs. Set aside.

Making the Slaw

  1. 3

    Prepare the Vegetables

    Finely shred the green cabbage and grate the carrots. Combine them in a large bowl.

  2. 4

    Mix the Dressing

    In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, and black pepper until smooth.

  3. 5

    Combine Slaw

    Pour the dressing over the cabbage and carrots. Toss well to combine. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

Cooking the Fries

  1. 6

    Heat the Oil

    In a deep fryer or a large pot, heat the vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).

  2. 7

    Fry the Shoestring Fries

    Once the oil is hot, add the shoestring fries in batches. Fry until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels. Sprinkle with salt and keep warm.

Frying the Shrimp

  1. 8

    Fry the Shrimp

    In the same hot oil, carefully add the panko-crusted shrimp in batches. Fry for about 2-3 minutes or until they are golden brown and cooked through. Remove and drain on paper towels.

Making the Cocktail Sauce

  1. 9

    Combine Ingredients

    In a small bowl, mix together the ketchup, horseradish, lemon juice, and Worcestershire sauce until well combined.

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