Fried Shrimp Recipe
This Fried Shrimp Recipe delivers shrimp that are crunchy and full of flavor. A mix of seasoning and breadcrumbs delivers a winning combination that is sure to please everyone.
Equipment
- Large pot or deep fryer
- Thermometer for checking oil temperature
Ingredients
- 2 lbs peeled and deveined shrimp
- 1 cup flour
- 2 tbsp Old Bay Seasoning
- 4 eggs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 cup Louisiana fish fry seafood breading mix
- 1 cup bread crumbs
- 64 oz oil for deep frying vegetable
Instructions
- Set up 3 bowls in a line.
- Combine flour and Old Bay Seasoning in first bowl.
- In a second bowl, lightly beat 4 eggs and milk
- In a 3rd bowl, combine Louisiana fish fry seafood breading mix and bread crumbs.
- Coat the shrimp in the flour mixture, dip in the egg wash, cover in the bread crumbs and then set on a plate. Repeat until all shrimp are coated.
- Add oil to a dutch oven or heavy pot and heat to 350 degrees.
- Add shrimp to heated oil working in batches making sure not to crowd.
- Fry for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Remove to a plate covered with paper towel.
- Repeat until all shrimp are cooked.
- Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.
- Enjoy!
