Shrimpkin Recipe
Two large fantail shrimp, two boneless chicken strip tenderloins, deep fried. Served with lemon, cocktail and sweet & sour sauce.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Directions
- 1
Prepare the Ingredients
Start by cleaning the shrimp and patting them dry. Season the chicken tenderloins with salt and pepper.
- 2
Set Up Dredging Stations
In three separate bowls, place flour in the first, beaten eggs in the second, and a mixture of breadcrumbs and cornstarch in the third.
- 3
Dredge the Chicken and Shrimp
Coat each chicken tenderloin in flour, then dip into the egg wash, and finally coat in the breadcrumb mixture. Repeat the same process for the shrimp.
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a deep skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 5
Fry the Chicken and Shrimp
Carefully add the chicken tenderloins and shrimp to the hot oil, frying in batches if necessary. Fry until golden brown and cooked through, about 4-5 minutes for shrimp and 6-7 minutes for chicken.
- 6
Drain and Serve
Remove the fried shrimp and chicken from the oil, and drain on paper towels. Serve hot with lemon wedges, cocktail sauce, and sweet & sour sauce on the side.
