Breaded Fried Shrimp Recipe

Name: Breaded Fried Shrimp
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 cup plain dried bread crumbs; 1/3 cup yellow cornmeal; 2 tsp dried marjoram or oregano; 2 tsp dried thyme; 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper; 1/2 cup all purpose flour; 4 large eggs, beaten; 24 extra-large shrimp, peeled and deveined; Vegetable oil for deep-frying; Deep-frying thermometer

Servings: persons

3/4 cup plain dried bread crumbs
1/3 cup yellow cornmeal
2 tsp dried marjoram or oregano
2 tsp dried thyme
1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup all purpose flour
4 large eggs, beaten
24 extra-large shrimp, peeled and deveined
Vegetable oil for deep-frying
Deep-frying thermometer

1
Mix together the bread crumbs, cornmeal, marjoram, thyme, and pepper in a shallow dish.
2
Spread the flour in another dish.
3
Beat the eggs in a third dish.
4
Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels.
5
Coat each shrimp in the flour, shaking off the excess.
6
Dip in the eggs, then coat with the bread crumbs.
7
Place on a baking sheet.
8
Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
9
Pour oil halfway up the sides of a deep saucepan and heat over high heat to 350F (170C).
10
In batches, cook the shrimp for 23 minutes, or until golden brown.
11
Transfer to paper towels to drain.
12
Serve hot.

818

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

159

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 cup plain dried bread crumbs, 1/3 cup yellow cornmeal, 2 tsp dried marjoram or oregano, 2 tsp dried thyme, and more.

Yes, Breaded Fried Shrimp falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Breaded Fried Shrimp

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