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Golden Crispy Shrimp

Golden Crispy Shrimp That Will Make You Ditch Takeout

Experience the seaside crunch of Golden Crispy Shrimp right in your kitchen with this quick and satisfying recipe.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound Fresh, deveined shrimp
For the Coating
  • 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs Can be swapped with seasoned breadcrumbs for extra flavor.
  • 1/2 cup All-purpose flour Use rice flour for gluten-free option.
  • 2 large Eggs Beaten for binding the coating.
For the Seasoning
  • Seasonings (e.g., cajun seasoning, garlic powder) Customize with your favorite spices.
For Frying
  • 2 cups Cooking oil (canola or vegetable) High smoke point oils work best.

Equipment

  • Deep skillet or frying pan
  • thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Step 1: Pat the fresh, deveined shrimp dry with paper towels to eliminate excess moisture.
  2. Step 2: Set up a dredging station with bowls of seasoned flour, beaten eggs, and panko breadcrumbs.
  3. Step 3: Dredge each shrimp in flour, then eggs, and finally coat with panko breadcrumbs.
  4. Step 4: Heat oil in a skillet to 350°F-375°F, using a thermometer for precision.
  5. Step 5: Fry the shrimp in batches for 2-3 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
  6. Step 6: Serve hot with lemon and dipping sauces.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 15gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 125mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For extra crunch, double-dredge the shrimp, and always reheat in the oven for best results.

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