Crunchy Fried Shrimp With Cayenne Aioli Recipe

Name: Crunchy Fried Shrimp With Cayenne Aioli
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 ⅓ cups mayonnaise; 1 ½ teaspoons fresh lemon juice; 2 garlic cloves, pressed; 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper; ½ teaspoon Dijon mustard; peanut oil (for frying); ½ cup panko breadcrumbs (or more if needed); ½ teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1 12 lbs uncooked jumbo shrimp, peeled, deveined

Servings: persons

1
Whisk mayonnaise, lemon juice, garlic, 1/2 teaspoon cayenne and mustard in small bowl to blend.
2
(Can be made 1 day ahead.
3
Cover tightly with plastic wrap; refrigerate.)
4
Pour enough oil into heavy large pot to reach depth of 2 inches; heat to 375F.
5
Mix panko crumbs, salt and 1/2 teaspoon cayenne in medium bowl.
6
Add shrimp ; toss to coat.
7
Working in batches, add shrimp to hot oil and deep-fry until shrimp are golden and opaque in center, about 1 1/2 minutes.
8
Using slotted spoon, transfer shrimp to paper towels to drain.
9
Place aioli in center of platter; surround with shrimp and serve.

689

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 ⅓ cups mayonnaise, 1 ½ teaspoons fresh lemon juice, 2 garlic cloves, pressed, 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper, and more.

Yes, Crunchy Fried Shrimp With Cayenne Aioli 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Crunchy Fried Shrimp With Cayenne Aioli

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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