Perfect Fried Shrimp Recipe

Name: Perfect Fried Shrimp
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Canola oil; 2 large eggs, beaten; 1 cup whole milk; 2 tablespoons chile hot sauce (such as Cholula); 2 pounds large peeled, deveined raw shrimp; 3/4 cup (about 3 1/4 oz.) all-purpose flour; 2/3 cup (about 2 7/8 oz.) cornmeal; 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt; 1 teaspoon black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper; For serving: lemon wedges, cocktail sauce, remoulade (optional)

Servings: persons

Canola oil
2 large eggs, beaten
1 cup whole milk
2 tablespoons chile hot sauce (such as Cholula)
2 pounds large peeled, deveined raw shrimp
3/4 cup (about 3 1/4 oz.) all-purpose flour
2/3 cup (about 2 7/8 oz.) cornmeal
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
For serving: lemon wedges, cocktail sauce, remoulade (optional)

1
Pour oil to a depth of 2 inches in a large deep skillet; heat over medium-high to 370u00b0F. While oil heats, whisk together eggs, milk, and hot sauce in a shallow dish; add shrimp to mixture, and toss to coat. Whisk together flour, cornmeal, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper in a separate shallow dish.
2
Remove 6 to 8 shrimp from egg mixture, shaking excess off; dredge in flour mixture. Place dredged shrimp in hot oil; fry until coating is golden and crisp, about 2 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon to a baking sheet lined with paper towels. Repeat with remaining shrimp, bringing oil back to 370u00b0F over medium-high heat before adding each batch of shrimp.
3
Serve fried shrimp with lemon wedges, cocktail sauce, and remoulade, if desired.

450

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Canola oil, 2 large eggs, beaten, 1 cup whole milk, 2 tablespoons chile hot sauce (such as Cholula), and more.

Yes, Perfect 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.

Perfect Fried Shrimp

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