G I Batter-Fried Shrimp Recipe

Name: G I Batter-Fried Shrimp
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 lbs jumbo shrimp (peeled and deveined); ½ cup oil; 1 cup all-purpose flour; 1 cup zatarains bake and crisp mix; 3 eggs (beaten); ½ cup milk; 1 dash salt; 1 dash pepper; 1 dash garlic powder (optional); 2 cups oil (for deep frying); 1 cup seafood cocktail sauce

Servings: persons

1
Peel, devein, and wash all the shrimp.
2
Combine the 1/2 cup of oil and eggs in a small bowl.
3
Beat well for 1 minute.
4
Next add the remaining ingredients (except for the oil for frying & cocktail sauce).
5
Mix thoroughly and make sure that it is a thick consistency.
6
Heat the 2 cups of oil for frying in a non-stick skillet up to medium-high.
7
Coat each shrimp with the batter and drop them into the skillet.
8
Fry about 5 or 6 in each batch.
9
It will take about 5 batches for all the shrimp to be fried completely.
10
Fry them for about 1 minute or until crispy golden brown.
11
On a platter lined with paper towels, drain off each fried shrimp using a spatula or slotted spoon.
12
Repeat these steps with remaining batches of shrimp.
13
Overcooking them will make them tough!
14
Serve them hot with cocktail sauce.
15
Once you have finished frying the shrimp, disinfect the stove top and counter areas, as well as the sink.
16
Keep the peelings and shrimp refuse in a sealed ziplock bag and dispose of them immediately, or place them in the freezer until trash day.
17
Following these steps will prevent food poisoning and fish odor in the house.

1943

kcal

Calories

159

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 lbs jumbo shrimp (peeled and deveined), ½ cup oil, 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1 cup zatarains bake and crisp mix, and more.

Yes, G I Batter-Fried 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

G I Batter-Fried Shrimp

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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