Best 12 Popcorn Shrimp Popcorn Recipes

POPEYE'S POPCORN SHRIMP AND CHICKEN

Steps:

• Heat oil in a deep fryer or in a deep cast iron skillet on the stove to 350 degrees F. Use a digital thermometer to check the temperature.
• Combine the flour, salt, peppers, paprika and cajun seasoning, if using,in a bowl. In another bowl, break eggs and beat until well blended.
• Dip each piece of shrimp/chicken into eggs; then coat generously with the flour mixture. Drop each piece into the hot oil and fry for 15 to 25 minutes or until the shrimp/chicken is a dark golden brown. Drain shrimp/chicken on paper towels and serve warm.

POPCORN SHRIMP

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.

POPCORN SHRIMP TACOS WITH CABBAGE SLAW

Steps:

• In a small bowl, combine coleslaw mix, cilantro, lime juice, honey, salt and, if desired, jalapeno; toss to coat. Set aside., Preheat air fryer to 375°. In a shallow bowl, whisk eggs and milk. Place flour in a separate shallow bowl. In a third shallow bowl, mix panko, cumin and garlic powder. Dip shrimp in flour to coat both sides; shake off excess. Dip in egg mixture, then in panko mixture, patting to help coating adhere., In batches, arrange shrimp in a single layer in greased air-fryer basket; spritz with cooking spray. Cook until golden brown, 2-3 minutes. Turn; spritz with cooking spray. Cook until golden brown and shrimp turn pink, 2-3 minutes longer., Serve shrimp in tortillas with coleslaw mix and avocado.

AIR FRYER POPCORN SHRIMP

Steps:

• Place shrimp in a large bowl. Sprinkle flour over the top and toss until shrimp are evenly coated in flour. Beat egg in a separate bowl. Combine panko bread crumbs, paprika, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a third bowl.
• Dip each flour-coated shrimp in egg, toss in panko mixture, and place on a baking sheet. Let rest for 5 minutes while the air fryer is preheating.
• Preheat air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) for 5 minutes.
• Spray the basket of the air fryer with cooking spray. Arrange 1/2 of the shrimp in the basket. Mist the top of each shrimp with cooking spray.
• Cook for 4 minutes. Using tongs, flip each shrimp over and mist any chalky spots with cooking spray. Cook 4 minutes more. Repeat with remaining shrimp.

CRISPY POPCORN SHRIMP

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.

CAJUN POPCORN SHRIMP SANDWICHES

Steps:

• In a bowl, combine butter, garlic powder and Cajun seasoning. Toss with shrimp. Prepare shrimp according to package directions for baking. , Combine the mayonnaise, pepper sauce, relish and mustard. Spread into warmed pitas. Fill pitas with shrimp, lettuce and tomato slices.

POPCORN SHRIMP SALAD

Steps:

• Make the dressing: Whisk the mayonnaise, cornichons and their liquid, mustard, hot sauce, and salt and pepper to taste in a bowl.
• Prepare the salad: Halve the shrimp lengthwise. Whisk the egg and 2 tablespoons water in a medium bowl. In another bowl, whisk the flour, Cajun seasoning and 2 teaspoons salt.
• Heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil in a deep skillet until a deep-fry thermometer registers 350 degrees. (A piece of shrimp will sizzle on contact.) Dip each shrimp in the egg mixture, then dredge in the flour mixture. Working in batches, fry the shrimp until crisp and golden, turning once, about 2 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on a paper-towel-lined plate; season with salt.
• Toss the romaine, tomato, onion and bell pepper with the dressing in a large bowl; season with salt and pepper. Divide the salad among plates and scatter the shrimp on top.

EAST MEETS WEST POPCORN SHRIMP SALAD

Steps:

• Prepare the shrimp according to package directions and keep warm. Place slaw mix, oranges, water chestnuts and sesame seeds in a medium bowl. Pour dressing over mixture and toss to coat. Spoon slaw mixture on a serving platter and arrange shrimp on top of salad. Food Safety Statement: - Keep frozen until ready to prepare. - Due to differences in appliances, cooking times may vary and require adjustment. - Microwaving not recommended. - For food safety this product must be cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F - Caution - Product will be hot!

POPCORN SHRIMP SALAD

Steps:

• Make the dressing: Whisk the mayonnaise, cornichons and their liquid, mustard, hot sauce, and salt and pepper to taste in a bowl.
• Prepare the salad: Halve the shrimp lengthwise. Whisk the egg and 2 tablespoons water in a medium bowl. In another bowl, whisk the flour, Cajun seasoning and 2 teaspoons salt.
• Heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil in a deep skillet until a deep-fry thermometer registers 350 degrees. (A piece of shrimp will sizzle on contact.) Dip each shrimp in the egg mixture, then dredge in the flour mixture. Working in batches, fry the shrimp until crisp and golden, turning once, about 2 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on a paper-towel-lined plate; season with salt.
• Toss the romaine, tomato, onion and bell pepper with the dressing in a large bowl; season with salt and pepper. Divide the salad among plates and scatter the shrimp on top.

CAJUN POPCORN SHRIMP

Steps:

• Rinse shrimp in cold water.
• Drain well and set aside in a cool place until needed.
• Using a fork, whisk together the eggs and dry white wine in a small bowl, then set aside in a cool place.
• In a mixing bowl, combine the cornmeal, flour, chives, garlic, thyme, salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper.
• Gradually whisk in the egg mixture, blending well.
• Cover the batter and then let stand for about 1 hour at room temperature.
• Heat 2 to 3 inches of oil in a large frying pan or deep-fryer to 375 degrees.
• Dip the shrimp into the batter and fry in small batches for 2 to 3 minutes, turning to color evenly until golden brown.
• Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
• Serve hot with your favorite dip.

CAJUN POPCORN SHRIMP

Steps:

• Peel and devein the shrimp. Cut into 1/2-inch pieces. Combine the flour, cayenne, chili powder, cumin, black pepper and salt in medium-size bowl. Heat oil in deep fryer. Dredge the shrimp in the seasoned flour, shaking off any excess. Fry them quickly over high heat until brown and crisp. Drain on paper towels and serve immediately. Serving suggestion: Serve with tartar sauce, fresh lemon and Tabasco. Note: For shrimp po'boy sandwiches, leave shrimp whole or halved when frying. Slice French sandwich-sized baguettes in half, pull out some of the bread, brush with olive oil and heat under the broiler until the halves are crisp and brown. Stuff with shrimp, slivered iceberg lettuce and sliced tomatoes, and dress with Spicy Tartar Sauce or remoulade sauce. Makes 8 hors d'oeuvre servings.

POPCORN SHRIMP WINTER SALAD

Steps:

• Prepare the shrimp according to package directions.
• Divide lettuce among bowls. Add apple, blue cheese crumbles and walnuts.
• Top salads with shrimp and drizzle with dressing.