Description
Fried shrimp is a delectable seafood dish that combines a crispy, golden-brown crust with tender, juicy shrimp inside. Perfectly seasoned and served with a zesty dipping sauce, this recipe is ideal for any occasion—from casual weeknight dinners to festive gatherings. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you’ll impress your family and friends while enjoying the delightful crunch of homemade fried shrimp.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Vegetable oil for frying (about 1 cup)
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp hot sauce (adjust to taste)
Instructions
- Rinse shrimp and pat dry with paper towels.
- Set up a breading station: In one bowl, mix flour, cornstarch, salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. In another bowl, beat the eggs until blended.
- Coat each shrimp in the egg mixture, then dredge in the flour mixture until fully covered. Shake off excess flour.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Fry shrimp in batches for about 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown. Do not overcrowd the pan.
- Drain cooked shrimp on paper towels and serve immediately with dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 shrimp (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 120mg