Fried Jumbo Stuffed Shrimp Recipe
Delicious jumbo shrimp, expertly stuffed and fried to golden perfection, offering a delightful crunch with every bite.
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Ingredients
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Fried Jumbo Stuffed Shrimp Ingredients
Method
Cooking Directions
- 1
Prepare the Filling
In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, chopped parsley, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt. Mix until smooth and well combined.
- 2
Stuff the Shrimp
Take each peeled and deveined jumbo shrimp and carefully make an incision along the back. Spoon a portion of the cream cheese mixture into each shrimp and press to close.
- 3
Breading the Shrimp
Set up a breading station with three shallow dishes: one with flour, one with the beaten egg, and one with breadcrumbs. Dredge each stuffed shrimp in flour, dip in egg, and coat with breadcrumbs.
- 4
Fry the Shrimp
In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the breaded shrimp in batches, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- 5
Serve
Serve the fried jumbo stuffed shrimp hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
