Jumbo Shrimp Recipe
hand-battered | fried or blackened
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Ingredients
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For the Hand-Battered Jumbo Shrimp
For the Blackened Jumbo Shrimp
Method
For the Hand-Battered Jumbo Shrimp
- 1
Prepare the Shrimp
Peel and devein the jumbo shrimp, leaving the tails on for presentation.
- 2
Make the Batter
In a large bowl, combine the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Mix until well combined.
- 3
- 4
Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix; lumps are fine.
- 5
Heat the Oil
In a deep skillet or fryer, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 6
Batter and Fry the Shrimp
Dip each shrimp into the batter, allowing excess to drip off, then carefully place in the hot oil. Fry in batches until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- 7
Drain and Serve
Remove the fried shrimp from the oil and drain on paper towels. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
For the Blackened Jumbo Shrimp
- 8
Prepare the Shrimp
Peel and devein the jumbo shrimp, leaving the tails on for presentation.
- 9
Season the Shrimp
Rub the jumbo shrimp with Cajun seasoning, ensuring that each shrimp is well coated.
- 10
- 11
Cook the Shrimp
Add the seasoned shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until they are opaque and cooked through.
- 12
