Crispy Deep-Fried Shrimp Delight

Ingredients

- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cornmeal
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- Half teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon water
- Vegetable oil for frying (enough to fill the fryer halfway)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Shrimp:
- Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat them dry with a paper towel. Remove any remaining veins or shells.

2. Prepare the Batter Stations:
- In a shallow dish, combine the all-purpose flour, cornmeal, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, black pepper, and salt, mixing thoroughly.
- In a second dish, beat the eggs with the tablespoon of water until well combined.

3. Coat the Shrimp:
- Dip each shrimp into the egg mixture, allowing any excess to drip off.
- Next, coat the shrimp with the flour and cornmeal mixture, pressing gently to ensure an even crust. Place the coated shrimp on a tray.

4. Heat the Oil:
- Fill a deep fryer or a large, deep pot with vegetable oil to half its capacity. Preheat the oil to 350°F (175°C) — this should take about PT10M (10 minutes).

5. Deep-Fry the Shrimp:
- Carefully place the shrimp in the hot oil in small batches, avoiding overcrowding.
- Fry each batch for about PT3M (3 minutes), or until the shrimp are golden brown and crisp on the outside.

6. Drain and Serve:
- Using a slotted spoon, remove the shrimp from the hot oil and transfer them to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.

Preparation & Cooking Times

- Preparation Time: PT10M
- Cooking Time: PT20M
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Total Time

PT30M
30 minutes

Type of Dish

Snack

Keywords

Shrimp, Deep Fry, Snack, Seafood, Crispy, Southern Style, Fried, Appetizer, Finger Food, Easy Recipe

Recipe Yield

Feeds 4 adults

Calories

Total Calories: 1,200

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