Shrimp Sandwich Recipe
For the shrimp lover. Golden fried shrimp served on a toasted bun with homemade tartar sauce, lettuce, and tomato.
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Ingredients
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Shrimp Sandwich
Method
Preparation
- 1
Make the Tartar Sauce
In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, pickle relish, and lemon juice. Set aside.
- 2
Prepare the Shrimp
In a shallow bowl, whisk together the egg and milk. In another bowl, combine the flour, cornmeal, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
- 3
Coat the Shrimp
Dip each shrimp into the egg mixture, then dredge in the flour mixture, coating well.
- 4
Fry the Shrimp
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, fry the shrimp in batches until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- 5
Assemble the Sandwich
Spread a generous amount of tartar sauce on the bottom half of each toasted bun. Layer with lettuce, fried shrimp, and sliced tomatoes. Top with the other half of the bun.
- 6
Serve
Serve immediately while hot and enjoy your shrimp sandwich!
