Fried Shrimp

In a shallow bowl, whisk together the self-rising flour, 1 tablespoon salt, Old Bay seasoning, and black pepper. Place the buttermilk in a separate shallow bowl. Pour the oil to a depth of 2-3 inches in a medium Dutch oven or cast iron skillet and warm over medium-high heat until it reaches 375°F.

Meanwhile, pat the shrimp dry and dredge them in the flour mixture first, then coat with buttermilk, and dredge in the flour mixture again. Shake the shrimp after each coating to get off any excess flour or batter.

Working in batches, fry shrimp until golden brown (about 2-3 minutes).

Use a slotted spoon to transfer the shrimp to a paper towel-lined tray. You may need to increase the heat to keep the oil at a steady temperature between 350°F and 375°F as the shrimp fry.

Keep the fried shrimp warm in a 200°F oven while you fry the remaining batches.