Jul 13 2026
RestaurantsHoward's PizzaShrimp In The Basket Recipe

Shrimp In The Basket Recipe

Inspired by Howard's Pizza
Time40m
Serves4

includes toast and fries

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Ingredients

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Shrimp

Toast

Method

Shrimp

  1. 1

    Prepare the Shrimp Batter

    In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Whisk together until well combined.

  2. 2

    Mix Wet Ingredients

    In another bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk until smooth. Gradually add this mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring until a batter forms.

  3. 3

    Heat the Oil

    In a large skillet or deep fryer, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).

  4. 4

    Fry the Shrimp

    Dip each shrimp into the batter, allowing excess to drip off. Carefully place the battered shrimp in the hot oil, frying in batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry for 2-3 minutes or until golden brown. Remove and drain on paper towels.

Fries

  1. 5

    Prepare the Potatoes

    Wash and peel the russet potatoes. Cut them into thick fries or wedges.

  2. 6

    Fry the Potatoes

    In another pot or deep fryer, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, carefully add the potato fries in batches. Fry for 5-7 minutes or until golden and crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels. Season with salt to taste.

Toast

  1. 7

    Butter the Bread

    Spread butter on one side of each bread slice generously.

  2. 8

    Toast the Bread

    In a skillet or on a griddle, place the buttered slices butter-side down and toast until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes.

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