Western Popcorn Shrimp Recipe
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Ingredients
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Shrimp Preparation
Breading Mixture
Frying
Serving
Method
Shrimp Preparation
- 1
Marinate the Shrimp
In a medium bowl, combine buttermilk and hot sauce. Add the peeled and deveined shrimp, making sure they are fully submerged. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Breading Mixture
- 2
Prepare the Breading
In a shallow dish, mix together the flour, cornmeal, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper until well combined.
Frying
- 3
Heat the Oil
In a large, heavy-bottomed pot, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 4
Coat and Fry the Shrimp
Remove the marinated shrimp from the refrigerator. Dredge each shrimp in the breading mixture, ensuring they are well coated. Carefully place the coated shrimp into the hot oil in batches, without overcrowding the pot. Fry for 2-3 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the shrimp to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
Serving
- 5
Serve
Arrange the fried popcorn shrimp on a serving platter. Serve with lemon wedges and cocktail sauce for dipping.