Fried Shrimp Recipe
gulf shrimp, fried or grilled, house rice, creole tartar sauce
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Ingredients
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Fried Shrimp
Method
Preparation and Cooking
- 1
Prepare the Shrimp
In a large bowl, combine the buttermilk, Cajun seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Add the gulf shrimp to the mixture and let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- 2
Prepare the Breading
In a separate bowl, mix together the all-purpose flour and cornstarch. This will be the breading for the shrimp.
- 3
Heat the Oil
In a large heavy-bottomed pot or deep fryer, heat the vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).
- 4
Bread the Shrimp
Remove the shrimp from the buttermilk mixture, allowing excess to drip off, and then dredge them in the flour and cornstarch mixture until fully coated.
- 5
Fry the Shrimp
Carefully place the coated shrimp in the hot oil in batches. Fry for about 3-4 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
- 6
Serve
Serve the fried shrimp on a plate with cooked white rice and a side of Creole tartar sauce.
