In pursuit of culinary excellence, we embark on a delectable journey to uncover the secrets behind the tantalizing "Kings Inn Fried Shrimp" recipe. Renowned for its crispy golden-brown coating and succulent, tender shrimp, this dish has captivated taste buds and garnered a loyal following among seafood enthusiasts. Whether you're a seasoned home cook seeking to replicate the magic of your favorite restaurant or a novice eager to explore the art of frying shrimp, this guide will provide you with the essential knowledge and techniques to create an unforgettable dish that will leave your palate craving more.
Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!
CRISPY FRIED SHRIMP RECIPE
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
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
A great appetizer for a party or a main dish for dinner.
Provided by Paula Deen
Time 15m
Yield 15
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oil to 375 °F.
- Line a baking tray with paper towels and set aside. In a shallow baking dish, whisk together milk, buttermilk and hot sauce. In a separate shallow baking dish, whisk together flour, cornmeal, pepper and salt. Make sure your shrimp are dry and dredge in the dry mixture first, then wet mixture and finally the dry mixture again. Shake off excess between each dredging.
- Deep-fry in batches, but do not overload the fryer. Fry for 2 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from oil with a slotted spoon and drain on the paper towel lined baking tray. Serve warm.
KING'S INN TARTAR SAUCE/SEAFOOD SAUCE
There is a very famous restaurant in Baffin Bay, Texas (East of Riviera, Texas), called King's Inn. The specialties of the house are sliced avocado salad, onion rings, shrimp, and their tartar sauce/seafood sauce. It is absolutely to die for and I have the recipe!!! It's definitely a restaurant recipe, as it makes a huge amount...so reduce the recipe as needed.
Provided by Stellacaster
Categories Sauces
Time 20m
Yield 3 quarts
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Finely chop celery, jalapenos, bell peppers, anchovies, garlic, and onion.
- Add salt and Worcestershire sauce.
- Break crackers into small pieces.
- Mash the hard-boiled eggs.
- Mix all ingredients together with the mayonnaise and Miracle Whip.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1571.4, Fat 123.4, SaturatedFat 21, Cholesterol 802.5, Sodium 3447.5, Carbohydrate 92, Fiber 3.3, Sugar 29.3, Protein 31
FRIED SHRIMP
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 25m
Yield 2 to 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
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.
PAN-FRIED SHRIMP
Steps:
- Melt 6 tablespoons butter in a skillet over high heat. Add shrimp; cook and stir until browned, about 2 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low. Season shrimp with 1 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice, garlic salt, salt, and pepper; cook for 1 minute. Serve with remaining 2 tablespoons butter and 1 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 292.1 calories, Carbohydrate 0.4 g, Cholesterol 233.6 mg, Fat 24 g, Protein 18.8 g, SaturatedFat 14.8 g, Sodium 482.8 mg, Sugar 0.1 g
KING'S INN TARTAR SAUCE - COPYCAT
This is a cloned recipe similar to the tartar sauce served at the famous King's Inn restaurant on Baffin Bay in South Texas. Delicious with seafood or as a vegetable dip! A local chef shared it with me.
Provided by texmexgal
Categories Sauces
Time 9h20m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Drain sweet pickle relish and pimentos.
- Put saltines and Ritz crackers in a plastic bag and crush until fine with a rolling pin.
- Put onions, garlic, olives, and jalapenos in food processor and chop until fine.
- Add pickle relish and pimentos and chop.
- Stir vegetables into mayonnaise.
- Gently fold in crushed crackers.
- Chill overnight to allow flavors to blend.
- Serve with seafood or vegetables.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 223.8, Fat 14.9, SaturatedFat 2.2, Cholesterol 10.2, Sodium 510.2, Carbohydrate 23.1, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 7, Protein 1.2
KING'S FISH HOUSE BBQ SHRIMP RECIPE - (4.2/5)
Provided by á-170456
Number Of Ingredients 34
Steps:
- For the Barbecue Spice: Combine the salt, paprika, thyme, allspice, white pepper, cumin, onion powder, garlic powder, chili powder, cayenne pepper, oregano, brown sugar, red pepper flakes and mustard in a small bowl. This will keep indefinitely in a small, tightly sealed container. (Makes 1 cup) For the Herb Butter: Grind the butter, parsley, thyme and tarragon in a food processor and set aside. For the Shrimp: Combine the shrimp and Barbecue Spice in a resealable plastic bag or bowl and set aside to marinate for a couple of minutes. Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, then add the garlic and shrimp. Toss quickly to cook evenly. When the shrimp are just beginning to turn pink, about 2 minutes, add the Sherry and apple cider vinegar and cook, scraping up the brown bits. (Use caution as there may be a flare-up.) Add the tomato juice and reduce slightly. Add the lemon juice, chopped tomato and green onions and toss. Remove from the heat and add the Herb Butter, swirling it into the sauce. Serve the bread alongside for dipping. This recipe yields 2 to 4 servings. Each of 4 servings: 531 calories; 1,108 mg sodium; 300 mg cholesterol; 23 grams fat; 8 grams saturated fat; 45 grams carbohydrates; 36 grams protein; 2.91grams fiber.
Tips:
- For a crispy coating, use a combination of flour, cornstarch, and paprika.
- Tenderize the shrimp by soaking them in buttermilk or milk for at least 30 minutes before frying.
- Use a large skillet or Dutch oven to fry the shrimp so they don't overcrowd.
- Heat the oil to 350°F before adding the shrimp.
- Fry the shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
- Drain the shrimp on paper towels to remove excess oil.
- Serve the shrimp immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.
Conclusion:
King's Inn fried shrimp is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. With its crispy coating and tender, juicy shrimp, it's sure to be a hit with everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a quick and delicious meal, give King's Inn fried shrimp a try. You won't be disappointed!
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