Fried Shrimp Recipe
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Ingredients
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Seafood
Breading
Frying
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Shrimp
Rinse the raw shrimp under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. Set aside.
- 2
Set Up Breading Station
In a shallow dish, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Mix well. In another shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk until well combined. In a third shallow dish, place the panko breadcrumbs.
Breading the Shrimp
- 3
Coat the Shrimp
Take each shrimp and dredge it in the seasoned flour mixture, ensuring it is fully coated. Shake off any excess flour.
- 4
- 5
Coat with Panko
Finally, roll the shrimp in the panko breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere. Place the breaded shrimp on a plate and repeat with the remaining shrimp.
Frying
- 6
Heat the Oil
In a large, heavy-bottomed pot or deep fryer, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 7
Fry the Shrimp
Carefully add a few breaded shrimp to the hot oil, making sure not to overcrowd the pot. Fry for about 2-3 minutes, or until the shrimp are golden brown and cooked through.
- 8
Drain the Shrimp
Using a slotted spoon, remove the fried shrimp from the oil and transfer them to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Repeat with remaining shrimp.
Serving
- 9
Serve Hot
Serve the fried shrimp immediately, garnished with lemon wedges and your favorite dipping sauce.