Fried Shrimp Dinner Menu Recipes

CRISPY FRIED SHRIMP RECIPE

Steps:

• In a shallow bowl, whisk together flour, 1 tablespoon salt, Old Bay seasoning, and black pepper.
• Place the buttermilk in a separate shallow bowl.
• Pour the oil into a medium Dutch oven or cast iron skillet and warm over medium-high heat until it reaches 375 degrees F.
• Meanwhile, pat the shrimp dry and dredge them in the flour mixture first, then coat with buttermilk, and dredge in the flour mixture again. Shake the shrimp after each coating to get off any excess flour or batter.
• Working in batches, fry shrimp until golden brown (about 2-3 minutes). Use a slotted spoon to transfer the shrimp to a paper towel-lined tray. Season with additional salt, to taste. You may need to increase the heat to keep the oil at a steady temperature between 350 degrees F and 375 degrees F as the shrimp fry.
• Keep the fried shrimp warm in a 200 degree F oven while you fry the remaining batches.

CLASSIC FRIED SHRIMP

Steps:

• Note: You can also peel off the tail if you would like, but it makes for a cute and easy handle.
• In a small bowl add the salt and flour and stir to mix.
• Set up a small line of bowls, the first being the flour mixture, the second is the eggs and finally a bowl of the panko breadcrumbs.
• Dredge the shrimp in the flour mixture, then in the egg and finally in the panko bowl until well coated.
• In a sauté pan or small saucepan heat enough oil to have 2 inches of oil on medium-high heat and cook 1-2 minutes on each side, until they are browned and crispy.
• Shrimp cook quickly so don't let them cook too long.
• Serve with tartar sauce or your favorite dipping sauce.

CLASSIC RESTAURANT-STYLE FRIED SHRIMP

Steps:

• Preheat cooking oil to 350 -375 degrees F.
• Peel and clean the shrimp, rinsing under cold running water.**this is when you can butterfly the shrimp if you like. Cut through the shrimp to open it up without completely cutting through the flesh.
• Place the shrimp in the prepared egg wash completely covering. Remove and allow to drain briefly.
• Place the egg-washed shrimp into the bread crumbs. Lightly pat bread crumbs onto the shrimp to completely coat.
• Fry the shrimp until golden brown. Depending upon your frying method this could be 2-4 minutes
• Allow shrimp to drain on a rack or paper towels before serving
• Serve with Cocktail and tartar sauce
• Mix all the ingredients together in a small bowl, and refrigerate until needed.
• Mix all the ingredients together in a small bowl, and refrigerate until needed. *If you like a spicier cocktail sauce add more horseradish.

CRUNCHY FRIED SHRIMP

Steps:

• Beat eggs in a medium bowl until frothy. Mix flour, salt and pepper in another medium bowl. Dredge shrimp in flour, shake off excess. Dip shrimp into eggs, then press shrimp into Panko; turn shrimp over and press into Panko again to coat both sides.
• Pour enough oil into heavy large pot to reach depth of 2 inches; heat to 350 degrees F. Working in batches, add shrimp to hot oil; deep-fry until cooked through, about 1 minute. Using tongs transfer shrimp to paper towels to drain. Arrange shrimp on platter. If desired, serve with Kikkoman Tonkatsu Sauce for dipping.

FRIED SHRIMP

Steps:

• Combine the cornstarch and flour in one bowl, then beat the eggs and 1/2 cup water in a second bowl. In a third bowl, combine the panko and seasoned breadcrumbs. Bread the shrimp by dipping them first in the flour mix, then the egg wash, then the breadcrumbs.
• Heat about 1/2 inch of oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat to 350 degrees F.
• Fry the shrimp in batches until golden and crispy, approximately 2 minutes per side. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate and season with salt and pepper. Serve with Cocktail Sauce.
• Stir together the ketchup and horseradish in a bowl. Chill until ready to serve.

FRIED SHRIMP BASKETS

Steps:

• For the Gullah seasoning: Combine the paprika, salt, basil, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, white pepper, thyme, sugar and cayenne in a paper bag and shake to mix up well.
• For the shrimp: Line a baking sheet with butcher or parchment paper. Pour the buttermilk in a bowl.
• Mix together the flour and 1 1/2 tablespoons Gullah seasoning in a bowl (reserve the remaining seasoning for another use).
• Dip the shrimp in the buttermilk, then dredge in the flour mixture, shaking the bag to coat. Shake off the excess flour and place on the prepared baking sheet. Discard the buttermilk mixture but reserve the flour mixture.
• Place the oil in a Dutch oven or heavy pan and heat to 350 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with paper towels and set a wire rack on top.
• Fry half the shrimp until golden brown, 1 to 2 minutes per side. Remove to the prepared wire rack to drain. Repeat with the remaining shrimp.
• Reduce the heat of the oil to 325 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with paper towels and set a wire rack on top.
• For Mom's fries: Slice the potatoes into 1/2-inch-wide sticks. Add the potatoes to the flour mixture and shake until the potatoes are coated. Drop a few in the oil. Fry in batches until golden brown, flipping and stirring frequently, 7 to 10 minutes. Remove to the prepared wire rack to drain in a single layer.
• For the fry sauce (if using): Whisk together the mayonnaise, ketchup, pickle relish, dill and hot sauce in a medium bowl. Transfer to a serving dish and serve alongside the fries and shrimp.