Fried Shrimp
Total Time
Prep: 25 min. Cook: 5 min./batch
Yield
4 servings
This flavorful fried shrimp recipe features fresh shrimp covered in a crispy panko coating and deep-fried to golden perfection. It's perfect for a restaurant-quality meal at home.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup 2% milk
- 1-1/2 cups panko bread crumbs
- 1 pound uncooked shrimp (26-30 per pound), peeled and deveined [leave tails on]
- Oil for deep-fat frying
- Optional: Seafood cocktail sauce and lemon wedges
Directions
- In a shallow bowl, mix flour and seasonings. In a separate shallow bowl, whisk eggs and milk. Place bread crumbs in a third shallow bowl. Dip shrimp in flour to coat both sides; shake off excess. Dip in egg mixture, then in bread crumbs, patting to help adhere.
- In an electric skillet or deep-fat fryer, heat oil to 375°. Fry shrimp in batches until golden brown, 3-4 minutes. Drain on paper towels. If desired, serve with cocktail sauce and lemon wedges.
Nutrition Facts
about 7 shrimp: 293 calories, 15g fat (2g saturated fat), 170mg cholesterol, 359mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 23g protein.
When seafood night is calling your name, try these fried shrimps that cook up quickly. Seasoned with paprika, garlic and onion powder for a classic fried flavor, you can add other seasonings like cayenne pepper to heat things up or old bay seasoning to really get that seafood flavor. Pair it with coconut rice, vegetables or hush puppies for a well-rounded meal. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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