CRUNCHY FRIED SHRIMP WITH CAYENNE AïOLI

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Crunchy Fried Shrimp with Cayenne Aïoli image

Southern cornmeal crusted deep-fried shrimp.

Categories     Shellfish     Fry     Cocktail Party     Mardi Gras     Mayonnaise     Cornmeal     Shrimp     Spice     Bon Appétit

Yield 6 Appetizer Servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/3 cups regular or low-fat mayonnaise
1 1/2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
2 garlic cloves, pressed
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Peanut oil (for frying)
1/2 cup yellow cornmeal
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 pounds uncooked jumbo shrimp, peeled, deveined

Steps:

  • Whisk mayonnaise, lemon juice, garlic, 1/2 teaspoon cayenne and mustard in small bowl to blend. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover tightly with plastic wrap; refrigerate.)
  • Pour enough oil into heavy large pot to reach depth of 2 inches; heat to 375°F. Mix cornmeal, salt and 1/2 teaspoon cayenne in medium bowl. Add shrimp to bowl; toss to coat. Working in batches, add shrimp to hot oil and deep-fry until shrimp are golden and opaque in center, about 1 1/2 minutes. Using slotted spoon, transfer shrimp to paper towels to drain.
  • Place aioli in center of platter; surround with shrimp and serve.

Rama Kc
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a new favorite in my house.


landon berley
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This shrimp was a hit at my party! Everyone loved it.


Yengsoua Yang
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I've tried many fried shrimp recipes, but this one is by far the best. The shrimp are crispy, juicy, and flavorful.


Muhibali solangi
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This recipe is easy to follow and the results are amazing. I highly recommend it!


Bibek Dahal
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I'm not a huge fan of fried food, but this shrimp was so good that I couldn't stop eating it.


john stephen.g1
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This shrimp was delicious! I used panko breadcrumbs instead of regular breadcrumbs and it was even crispier.


Ddfghj Kdkdjebd
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I was looking for a new fried shrimp recipe and this one did not disappoint! The cayenne aioli is the perfect dipping sauce.


Ingrid Wilson
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times now and it always turns out great.


MD ARMY
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I made this shrimp for dinner last night and it was a hit! My family loved it.


Laurence Garisa
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This shrimp was so good! The breading was crispy and flavorful, and the shrimp were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.