Best 7 Fried Shrimp To Die For Recipes

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Craving for a crispy and juicy fried shrimp? You're not alone! Fried shrimp is a classic dish that is both delicious and versatile. Whether you're serving it as an appetizer, main course, or snack, you'll need the right recipe to make sure it's cooked to perfection. In this article, we'll provide you with a comprehensive guide to help you find the best recipe for fried shrimp that will knock your socks off. From choosing the right shrimp to selecting the perfect seasonings, we'll cover all the essential steps to ensure you create a dish that will have everyone begging for more.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

CRISPY FRIED SHRIMP RECIPE



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Classic, crispy fried shrimp is so much easier to make at home than you think. Just a few, simple pantry ingredients and you're on your way to fried perfection.

Provided by Jessica Burgess

Categories     Main Course

Time 21m

Number Of Ingredients 15

Canola oil for frying
24 ounces large raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 large eggs
1 cup buttermilk (or milk)
1/2 tsp. kosher salt
1/2 tsp. black pepper
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup cornmeal
2 tsp. kosher salt
1/2 tsp. black pepper
2 tsp. garlic powder
2 tsp. onion powder
1 tsp. cayenne pepper
3/4 cup mayo
1/2 cup sweet chili sauce

Steps:

  • Heat 1/2-inch of oil in a large, heavy-bottomed skillet over medium heat. Line a large plate with a paper towel, set aside.
  • In a cake pan or pie plate whisk together eggs and buttermilk. Add 1/2 teaspoon of salt and pepper.
  • In another cake pan, mix together the flour, cornmeal, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper.
  • Add shrimp to the egg mixture and coat well. A few at a time, add the shrimp to the flour and coat completely. Place on a clean plate while you bread the remaining shrimp.
  • Add shrimp to skillet making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for 3 minutes, until crispy and golden brown. Drain on prepared plate. Continue until all shrimp is fried.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 g, Calories 492 kcal, Carbohydrate 57 g, Protein 9 g, Fat 24 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Cholesterol 82 mg, Sodium 1217 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 11 g

FRIED SHRIMP



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 25m

Yield 2 to 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup cornstarch
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
3 large eggs
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
1/2 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
1 1/2 pounds peeled and deveined jumbo shrimp, butterflied
Vegetable oil, for shallow frying
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Cocktail Sauce, recipe follows
2 cups ketchup
2 heaping tablespoons prepared horseradish

Steps:

  • Combine the cornstarch and flour in one bowl, then beat the eggs and 1/2 cup water in a second bowl. In a third bowl, combine the panko and seasoned breadcrumbs. Bread the shrimp by dipping them first in the flour mix, then the egg wash, then the breadcrumbs.
  • Heat about 1/2 inch of oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat to 350 degrees F.
  • Fry the shrimp in batches until golden and crispy, approximately 2 minutes per side. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate and season with salt and pepper. Serve with Cocktail Sauce.
  • Stir together the ketchup and horseradish in a bowl. Chill until ready to serve.

BEST EVER BATTER-FRIED SHRIMP



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Batter fried shrimp is one of life's simplest pleasures. Especially when shared. Perfect for dipping, this little finger food is fodder for good times.

Provided by RedLobsterRestauran

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 10m

Yield 6 , 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 lbs shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/2 cup oil
1 egg, beaten
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup milk
3/4 teaspoon seasoning salt
1/4 teaspoon salt
oil (for deep frying)

Steps:

  • Preheat oil to 350 degrees. Combine ½ cup oil and egg; beat well. Add remaining ingredients except oil for frying and stir until well blended.
  • Dip shrimp into batter to coat. Drop shrimp into hot oil and fry for 30-60 seconds or until golden brown. Remove with slotted spoon; drain on paper towel.

CRISPY FRIED SHRIMP RECIPE



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The best fried shrimp recipe is dipped in buttermilk, dredged in a light and crispy seasoned flour coating, and fried to golden brown perfection!

Provided by Blair Lonergan

Categories     Appetizer     Dinner

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups self-rising flour
Salt
1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
½ teaspoon black pepper
2 cups buttermilk
4 cups peanut oil or vegetable oil, for frying
2 pounds medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
Optional, for serving: tartar sauce (or other dipping sauce); lemon wedges; fresh parsley

Steps:

  • In a shallow bowl, whisk together flour, 1 tablespoon salt, Old Bay seasoning, and black pepper.
  • Place the buttermilk in a separate shallow bowl.
  • Pour the oil into a medium Dutch oven or cast iron skillet and warm over medium-high heat until it reaches 375 degrees F.
  • Meanwhile, pat the shrimp dry and dredge them in the flour mixture first, then coat with buttermilk, and dredge in the flour mixture again. Shake the shrimp after each coating to get off any excess flour or batter.
  • Working in batches, fry shrimp until golden brown (about 2-3 minutes). Use a slotted spoon to transfer the shrimp to a paper towel-lined tray. Season with additional salt, to taste. You may need to increase the heat to keep the oil at a steady temperature between 350 degrees F and 375 degrees F as the shrimp fry.
  • Keep the fried shrimp warm in a 200 degree F oven while you fry the remaining batches.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 /8 of the shrimp, Calories 503 kcal, Carbohydrate 26 g, Protein 29 g, Fat 31 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Cholesterol 292 mg, Sodium 945 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 3 g

FRIED SHRIMP RECIPE



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Flavorful juicy shrimp are breaded with flaky crispy panko bread crumbs and deep fried until just cooked through and perfectly golden brown. Easily just as delicious as what you'll find in any restaurant!

Provided by Jaclyn

Categories     Main Course

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 lbs extra large shrimp, (peeled and deveined )
1/2 cup all-purpose flour ((preferably unbleached))
1 1/2 tsp paprika*
1/2 tsp garlic powder
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 large eggs**
2 cups panko bread crumbs
Vegetable oil ((about 8 cups))
1 Tbsp minced fresh parsley ((optional))
1 lemon, (cut into wedges (optional))

Steps:

  • Add flour, paprika, garlic powder, salt and pepper to a medium shallow dish and whisk to blend.***
  • In a second medium shallow dish whisk eggs until well blended.
  • Pour panko into a 3rd shallow dish (a pie plate works well here).
  • Preheat oil in a large pot to 350 degrees while you coat shrimp. Note that shrimp should be lightly wet on the exterior, if not rinse with water and drain well otherwise the flour won't stick in the next step.
  • Dredge shrimp in flour mixture on both sides. Transfer to egg mixture and coat on both sides. Then finish by coating in panko on both sides, while pressing into panko so it adheres well.
  • Fry shrimp in batches (no more than 10 at a time) until cooked through, about 1 minute. Bring oil back to 350 degree temperature between batches.
  • Use a large spider to remove shrimp from oil and transfer to a baking sheet lined with two layers of paper towels to drain. Repeat process with remaining shrimp.
  • Garnish shrimp with parsley if desired, serve with lemon wedges and your favorite shrimp sauce (such as cocktail sauce, honey mustard, tartar sauce, sriracha dip, creamy herb etc).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 454 kcal, Carbohydrate 30 g, Protein 35 g, Fat 22 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, Cholesterol 417 mg, Sodium 406 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving

FRIED SHRIMP TO DIE FOR



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If you're a fan of fried shrimp, I've got your family covered! Light, crispy, and ... I just can't brag anymore. It's my Nan's recipe and I've never shared it. Please try it, I promise you won't be disappointed. I'd love to hear some comments. Please be easy on me, this is my first post, but I'm sure you'll be happy making these babies! They rock!

Provided by Tina Elliott

Categories     Shrimp Recipes

Time 2h33m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
¼ cup all-purpose flour, or as needed
2 eggs
2 tablespoons water
2 (4 ounce) packets saltine crackers
½ cup vegetable oil for frying

Steps:

  • Insert a knife 3/4 of the way below the head of 1 shrimp and cut down the center of the shrimp's back to the tail. Open shrimp with your fingers so it lies flat. Repeat with remaining shrimp.
  • Pour flour onto a shallow plate. Whisk eggs and water together in a small bowl to make egg wash.
  • Place saltine crackers in a large resealable bag. Crush into fine crumbs using a rolling pin. Pour crumbs onto a plate.
  • Coat each shrimp with flour. Dip in egg wash; roll in cracker crumbs on both sides. Transfer to a large plate. Refrigerate shrimp for 2 hours.
  • Heat 1 inch vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook shrimp until golden brown, 1 1/2 to 2 minutes per side. Drain on a paper-towel lined plate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 467.2 calories, Carbohydrate 54.4 g, Cholesterol 265.6 mg, Fat 14 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 28.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 962.6 mg, Sugar 0.5 g

FRIED SHRIMP TO DIE FOR



Fried Shrimp to Die For image

If you're a fan of fried shrimp, I've got your family covered! Light, crispy, and ... I just can't brag anymore. It's my Nan's recipe and I've never shared it. Please try it, I promise you won't be disappointed. I'd love to hear some comments. Please be easy on me, this is my first post, but I'm sure you'll be happy making these babies! They rock!

Provided by Tina Elliott

Categories     Shrimp Recipes

Time 2h33m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
¼ cup all-purpose flour, or as needed
2 eggs
2 tablespoons water
2 (4 ounce) packets saltine crackers
½ cup vegetable oil for frying

Steps:

  • Insert a knife 3/4 of the way below the head of 1 shrimp and cut down the center of the shrimp's back to the tail. Open shrimp with your fingers so it lies flat. Repeat with remaining shrimp.
  • Pour flour onto a shallow plate. Whisk eggs and water together in a small bowl to make egg wash.
  • Place saltine crackers in a large resealable bag. Crush into fine crumbs using a rolling pin. Pour crumbs onto a plate.
  • Coat each shrimp with flour. Dip in egg wash; roll in cracker crumbs on both sides. Transfer to a large plate. Refrigerate shrimp for 2 hours.
  • Heat 1 inch vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook shrimp until golden brown, 1 1/2 to 2 minutes per side. Drain on a paper-towel lined plate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 467.2 calories, Carbohydrate 54.4 g, Cholesterol 265.6 mg, Fat 14 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 28.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 962.6 mg, Sugar 0.5 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh shrimp. Fresh shrimp will give you the best flavor and texture.
  • Clean the shrimp properly. Make sure to remove the head, shell, and devein the shrimp.
  • Use a light batter. A heavy batter will make the shrimp greasy and soggy.
  • Fry the shrimp in hot oil. This will help the shrimp cook evenly and prevent them from sticking together.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan. If you overcrowd the pan, the shrimp will not cook evenly.
  • Cook the shrimp until they are golden brown. Overcooked shrimp will be tough and chewy.
  • Serve the shrimp immediately. Fried shrimp is best served hot and fresh.

Conclusion:

Fried shrimp is a delicious and versatile dish that can be served as an appetizer, main course, or snack. With the right ingredients and techniques, you can make fried shrimp that is crispy, flavorful, and sure to impress your friends and family. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give fried shrimp a try.

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