Shrimp Basket Recipe
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Ingredients
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Shrimp Preparation
Breading Mixture
Frying
Serving
Method
Shrimp Preparation
- 1
Marinate the Shrimp
In a large bowl, combine the peeled and deveined shrimp, lemon juice, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to ensure the shrimp are evenly coated. Let the shrimp marinate for at least 15 minutes.
Breading Mixture
- 2
Prepare the Breading
In a shallow bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and cornmeal. In another bowl, beat the eggs and mix in the milk and Old Bay seasoning until well combined.
- 3
Frying
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a deep skillet or frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. The oil should be hot enough that a small piece of bread dropped into it sizzles immediately.
- 5
Fry the Shrimp
Carefully add the breaded shrimp to the hot oil in batches, being sure not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for about 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the shrimp with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
Serving
- 6
Serve the Shrimp
Serve the fried shrimp immediately with lemon wedges and tartar sauce on the side for dipping.