Cracker Breaded Deep-Fried Shrimp Recipe

Name: Cracker Breaded Deep-Fried Shrimp
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lbs unpeeled large raw shrimp; 27 Ritz crackers, crushed (about 1-1/2 cups, or use a similar butter cracker); 1/2 cup flour; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 1 1/2 teaspoons seasoning salt; 1/2 cup buttermilk; 2 -3 drops Tabasco sauce (to taste); 1 large egg, slightly beaten; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; vegetable oil (for frying)

Servings: persons

2 lbs unpeeled large raw shrimp
27 Ritz crackers, crushed (about 1-1/2 cups, or use a similar butter cracker)
1/2 cup flour
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 1/2 teaspoons seasoning salt
1/2 cup buttermilk
2 -3 drops Tabasco sauce (to taste)
1 large egg, slightly beaten
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
vegetable oil (for frying)

1
Peel the shrimp, devein and leave the tails on .
2
In a bowl mix together the crushed Ritz crackers, flour, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper and seasoned salt.
3
In another bowl mix/whisk together the buttermilk and egg, Tabasco and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper until well combined.
4
Holding the shrimp by the tail dip the shrimp into the buttermilk mixture, then dredge into the cracker mixture.
5
Pour about 3 inches of oil into a large deep heavy-duty skillet or a cast-iron skillet (or use a deep fryer) heat oil to 375 degrees.
6
Holding the shrimp by the tail carefully place the shrimp into hot oil.
7
Fry in batches for about 1-2 minutes or until golden brown.
8
Drain on a wire rack with paper towels under the rack (do not place the cooked shrimp directly onto the paper towels or they will become soft).

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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: 2 lbs unpeeled large raw shrimp, 27 Ritz crackers, crushed (about 1-1/2 cups, or use a similar butter cracker), 1/2 cup flour, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and more.

Yes, Cracker Breaded Deep-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.

Cracker Breaded Deep-Fried Shrimp

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