Best 5 Popcorn Crusted Popcorn Shrimp Recipes

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Popcorn crusted popcorn shrimp is a unique and flavorful dish that is sure to tantalize your taste buds. With its crispy popcorn coating and succulent shrimp interior, this appetizer or main course is a delightful culinary creation that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of the crunchy popcorn crust and the tender shrimp creates a textural contrast that is simply irresistible. Whether you are hosting a party or simply looking for a delicious and easy-to-make meal, popcorn crusted popcorn shrimp is a recipe that you will want to try. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create this delectable dish that is sure to impress your family and friends.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

POPCORN SHRIMP



Popcorn Shrimp image

Popcorn shrimp make a nice appetizer or side dish for both adults and children. Best served with cocktail sauce.

Provided by JK813

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Seafood     Shrimp

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 quart vegetable oil for frying
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 egg
½ cup milk
1 cup dry bread crumbs
1 ¼ teaspoons salt
½ teaspoon dried basil
½ teaspoon dried parsley
⅛ teaspoon garlic powder
⅛ teaspoon onion powder
24 uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Place flour in a bowl. Whisk egg and milk in another bowl. Combine bread crumbs, salt, basil, parsley, garlic powder, and onion powder in a third bowl.
  • Gently press shrimp into flour to coat and shake off excess. Dip into egg mixture and press into bread crumbs. Gently toss between your hands so any bread crumbs that haven't stuck can fall away. Place the breaded shrimp onto a plate while breading the rest; do not stack.
  • Deep fry breaded shrimp in preheated oil until golden brown, 3 to 4 minutes. Transfer shrimp to a paper towel-lined platter to drain.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 562.3 calories, Carbohydrate 50.4 g, Cholesterol 131.7 mg, Fat 31.3 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 19.5 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 1116.2 mg, Sugar 3.3 g

ALMOST-FAMOUS POPCORN SHRIMP



Almost-Famous Popcorn Shrimp image

It's risky to call a dish the "Best Ever," especially one as common as popcorn shrimp. But after testing more than 25 batters and untold numbers of deep-fried mix-ins (sweet potato, asparagus, even oranges), Bubba Gump execs think their version is worthy of the title. The dish - beer-battered shrimp, pepperoncini and roasted red peppers - is a bestseller on the 17-year-old chain's menu. No one at the company would give us the recipe, but Food Network Kitchens came up with this remarkable copy.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     appetizer

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 teaspoon granulated sugar
Kosher salt
1 pound small shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 teaspoon confectioners' sugar
1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons lager beer
8 jarred pepperoncini, drained and halved lengthwise
2 jarred roasted red peppers, drained and cut into bite-size pieces
Vegetable oil, for deep-frying
Lemon wedges, cocktail sauce and/or tartar sauce, for serving

Steps:

  • Mix 3 cups ice water, the granulated sugar and 1 teaspoon salt in a medium bowl. Add the shrimp and set aside 15 minutes, then drain well and pat dry. Dry the bowl; return the shrimp to the bowl and toss with 1/2 teaspoon Cajun seasoning.
  • Whisk the flour, cornstarch, confectioners' sugar, the remaining 1 1/2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning and the beer in a large bowl to make a smooth batter. Add the shrimp, pepperoncini and roasted peppers and stir until evenly coated.
  • Heat 2 inches of vegetable oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat until a deep-fry thermometer registers 350 degrees F. Working in batches, remove the shrimp, pepperoncini and roasted peppers from the batter with a slotted spoon, transfer to the hot oil and fry until golden, about 3 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels; season with salt. Serve with lemon wedges, cocktail sauce and/or tartar sauce.

POPCORN SHRIMP RECIPE BY TASTY



Popcorn Shrimp Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: shrimp, flour, cajun seasoning, salt, black pepper, egg, milk, cajun seasoning

Provided by Hitomi Aihara

Categories     Appetizers

Time 30m

Yield 3 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb shrimp, deveined and peeled
1 cup flour
1 tablespoon cajun seasoning
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 egg
3 tablespoons milk
1 teaspoon cajun seasoning

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, add seasoned flour ingredients. Mix well.
  • Place half of the flour mixture into a large zip lock bag, reserve the rest.
  • Add the shrimp to the bag and shake until each shrimp is coated with flour. Shake off any excess flour.
  • In a separate bowl, add egg, milk, and cajun seasoning. Mix well.
  • Dredge the floured shrimp in the egg mixture, then coat with the fresh seasoned flour mixture.
  • Heat oil at 350°F (180°C).
  • Fry shrimp for a few minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
  • Serve with your favorite dipping sauce.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 372 calories, Carbohydrate 38 grams, Fat 5 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 38 grams, Sugar 1 gram

CRISPY POPCORN SHRIMP



Crispy Popcorn Shrimp image

Great way to have shrimp! Can be used as a topping on salad.

Provided by Arnieshelle

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Seafood     Shrimp

Time 24m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
2 ½ tablespoons seafood seasoning (such as Old Bay®)
2 teaspoons dried dill weed
3 eggs
½ cup milk
1 cup fish-shaped cheese crackers (such as Goldfish®), crushed
1 cup oyster crackers, crushed
2 tablespoons Italian seasoning
1 tablespoon dried oregano
¾ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
1 ½ pounds shrimp - peeled, deveined, and rinsed
canola oil for frying

Steps:

  • Combine flour, seafood seasoning, and dill in a shallow dish.
  • Mix eggs and milk together in a separate dish.
  • Combine fish-shaped cheese crackers, oyster crackers, Italian seasoning, oregano, and cayenne pepper in another dish.
  • Dip shrimp into the flour mixture, coat in the egg mixture, and dip into the cracker mixture.
  • Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Cook shrimp in the hot oil until crispy and golden-brown, 4 to 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 644.7 calories, Carbohydrate 46.3 g, Cholesterol 200.4 mg, Fat 38.4 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 26.6 g, SaturatedFat 5.7 g, Sodium 1073.3 mg, Sugar 2.4 g

BAKED POPCORN SHRIMP



Baked Popcorn Shrimp image

My girlfriend laughs at me but I can't stand the smell of fried foods. So this is a way I can fix my shrimp and not have the smell from the deep frier.

Provided by Charlotte J

Categories     Healthy

Time 17m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 large egg
2 tablespoons fat-free half-and-half
1/3 cup seasoned bread crumbs
1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 lb peeled deveined medium shrimp

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and half-and-half.
  • In a separate small bowl, combine the bread crumbs, cheese and pepper.
  • Dip each shrimp in egg mixture and then coat with bread crumb mixture.
  • Place on a foil-lined baking sheet.
  • Discard leftover egg mixture and bread crumb mixture.
  • Bake shrimp for 7 to 9 minutes or until shrimp are pink and no longer translucent.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 177.6, Fat 5.4, SaturatedFat 2.2, Cholesterol 197.6, Sodium 975.2, Carbohydrate 9.1, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 1.1, Protein 21.9

Tips:

  • Use fresh, large shrimp for the best results.
  • Make sure to devein and peel the shrimp before cooking.
  • Use a light hand when breading the shrimp, as too much breading can make them soggy.
  • Be careful not to overcrowd the shrimp when frying, as this will cause them to stick together.
  • Serve the popcorn shrimp immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.

Conclusion:

Popcorn shrimp is an easy and delicious appetizer or main course that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With its crispy popcorn crust and tender shrimp, it's sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering. So next time you're looking for a fun and easy recipe, give popcorn shrimp a try!

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