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Fried Shrimp Recipe (How to Fry Shrimp)

Classic fried shrimp made with a seasoned cornmeal flour filled with wonderful flavors and fried to perfection. This dish is perfect for your next fish fry.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 186kcal

Ingredients

  • 2/3 cup all purpose flour
  • 1/3 cup yellow cornmeal
  • 2 teaspoons seasoned salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 3/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • ½ teaspoon lemon pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 teaspoons hot sauce
  • 1 pound deveined shrimp

Instructions

  • In a brown bag or ziploc bag, add flour, cornmeal, seasoned salt, pepper, cayenne, lemon pepper, and paprika and shake together.
  • In a deep pie plate or large shallow bowl, whisk together buttermilk, egg and hot sauce.
  • Dip shrimp in beaten buttermilk mixture then add back into the cornmeal breading and shake liberally to coat well. Place coated shrimp on a baking sheet.
  • While coating sets, add 2 - 2 1/2 inches of oil to a deep pot and heat over medium high heat.
  • Fry shrimp until golden brown but don't fry too long. Shrimp doesn't take too long to cook.
  • Drain on paper towels and serve.

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Notes

  • To store, Make sure the fried shrimp are completely cool before storing. This helps to maintain their texture and prevent sogginess.
  • Place the shrimp in an airtight container. If you have to stack them, put a layer of paper towel between each layer to absorb any excess oil and moisture.
  • Store the container in the refrigerator. It should last for 3 to 4 days.
  • You can also freeze fried shrimp. Place them in a single layer on a baking sheet to freeze individually, and then transfer them to a ziplock freezer bag. They can last up to 2 months in the freezer.
  • To reheat, use an oven or toaster oven to restore their crispiness. Never use the microwave boos!!

Nutrition

Calories: 186kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 194mg | Sodium: 1440mg | Potassium: 157mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 210IU | Vitamin C: 4.3mg | Calcium: 158mg | Iron: 2.5mg