Description
This Best Fried Shrimp Recipe yields perfectly crispy and golden shrimp with a flavorful crunch in every bite. Ideal for appetizers or main dishes, it’s a crowd-pleaser that’s both easy to prepare and deliciously satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Prep Shrimp: Ensure shrimp are cleaned, peeled, and deveined. Pat dry with paper towels.
- Season Flour: Mix flour with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Dredge Shrimp: Coat shrimp in seasoned flour, dip into beaten eggs, then roll in panko breadcrumbs.
- Fry Shrimp: Heat oil to 375°F. Fry shrimp in batches until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes. Drain on paper towels.
- Serve: Enjoy hot with your choice of dipping sauce.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, let the coated shrimp sit for 10 minutes before frying.
- Substitute panko with regular breadcrumbs for a different texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer/Main Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 300 kcal
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 180 mg