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Easy Crispy Fried Shrimp

Easy Crispy Fried Shrimp

This recipe makes crispy fried shrimp that are easy to prepare and delicious to eat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Appetizer, Main
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 lb Jumbo Shrimps, peeled & de-veined
For the Marinade
  • ⅓ cup Plain Buttermilk
  • ¼ teaspoon Ground Paprika
  • ½ teaspoon Onion Salt (Trader Joe's)
  • ½ teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • ¼ teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1 large Egg
For the Coating
  • ¾ cup All purpose Flour
  • 3 tablespoon Corn Starch
  • ¼ teaspoon Paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon Onion Salt (Trader Joe's Brand)
  • ¼ teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • ¼ teaspoon Salt
For Frying
  • 3-4 cups Oil for frying

Equipment

  • Frying Pan
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine buttermilk, paprika, onion salt, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and egg. Mix well.
  2. Add the jumbo shrimp to the marinade and let it sit for 10 minutes.
  3. In another bowl, mix flour, corn starch, paprika, onion salt, garlic powder, and salt for the coating.
  4. Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
  5. Dredge each shrimp in the coating mixture and fry until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
  6. Remove the shrimp from the oil and place them on a paper towel to drain excess oil.

Notes

Serve the shrimp hot with your favorite dipping sauce.