Shrimp Recipe
fried, cocktail sauce, creole tartar, house rice
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Ingredients
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Shrimp and Accompaniments
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Shrimp
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk. In another bowl, combine the flour, cornmeal, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
- 2
Coat the Shrimp
Dip each shrimp first into the egg mixture, then into the flour mixture, ensuring they are fully coated.
- 3
Heat the Oil
In a large frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 4
Fry the Shrimp
Carefully add the coated shrimp to the hot oil in batches. Fry for about 2-3 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
- 5
Serve
Plate the fried shrimp with a side of cocktail sauce, creole tartar sauce, and serve over a bed of house rice.
