Best Fried Shrimp Recipe
This Best Fried Shrimp Recipe features perfectly crispy, golden shrimp coated in a seasoned panko breadcrumb crust. The shrimp are dredged in flour, dipped in egg, then coated with a cayenne-spiced panko mixture before being deep-fried to perfection. Served with lemon wedges and cocktail sauce, this quick and easy recipe makes a delicious appetizer or main course perfect for seafood lovers.
Ingredients
Instructions
Place the all-purpose flour in a shallow bowl and season it with a pinch of kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to add flavor to the coating.
In another shallow bowl, beat the large egg and season it lightly with salt and pepper to create the binding mixture for the coating.
Add the panko breadcrumbs to a third shallow bowl and mix in the cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper evenly to achieve a spicy, flavorful crust.
Pat the peeled and deveined large shrimp dry using paper towels, then season them lightly on all sides with salt and pepper for seasoning.
Take one shrimp at a time, dredge it in the seasoned flour shaking off any excess, then dip it into the beaten egg, allowing excess egg to drip off.
Next, coat the shrimp in the seasoned panko mixture pressing gently to ensure it adheres well. Place the coated shrimp on a sheet pan or plate and chill in the refrigerator for 10 to 30 minutes to help the coating set.
Pour about 1 inch of vegetable oil into a large heavy-bottomed skillet and heat it to 350°F (175°C), testing readiness with a thermometer for precise frying temperature.
Fry the shrimp in batches to avoid overcrowding, cooking each side for about 2 to 3 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Use tongs to flip them carefully halfway through cooking.
Transfer the fried shrimp onto a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil and keep them crispy.
Serve the fried shrimp immediately with fresh lemon wedges and cocktail sauce for dipping to enhance the flavor and enjoyment.
