Cooper River Smuttered Shrimp Recipe

Name: Cooper River Smuttered Shrimp
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup cooking oil or 1 cup bacon grease; 2 cups shrimp, peeled and deveined; 1 dash paprika; 1 dash salt and black pepper; 1 dash garlic powder; 1 cup flour; 1 medium onion, chopped; 12 medium green bell pepper, chopped; 1 stalk celery, chopped; 2 cups hot water

Servings: persons

1 cup cooking oil or 1 cup bacon grease
2 cups shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 dash paprika
1 dash salt and black pepper
1 dash garlic powder
1 cup flour
1 medium onion, chopped
12 medium green bell pepper, chopped
1 stalk celery, chopped
2 cups hot water

1
Heat oil in a skillet.
2
Sprinkle the shrimp with paprika, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
3
Place the flour in a bag or bowl, add the seasoned shrimp, and shake or toss to coat well.
4
Test the oil temperature by dropping in a dab of flour and adjusting the heat so the flour browns, not burn.
5
Shake excess flour from the shrimp, then add them to the hot skillet and cook until brown on both sides (don't overcook or the shrimp will get chewy).
6
Drain the oil.
7
Add the onion, bell pepper, celery, and hot water.
8
Add seasoning, if needed, to taste.
9
Cover the skillet and simmer 10 to 15 minutes, until the gravy thickens.
10
Serve over rice, grits, or potatoes.

755

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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: 1 cup cooking oil or 1 cup bacon grease, 2 cups shrimp, peeled and deveined, 1 dash paprika, 1 dash salt and black pepper, and more.

Yes, Cooper River Smuttered Shrimp falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Cooper River Smuttered Shrimp

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