Easy Cornmeal Fried Shrimp
6 min
Easy Cornmeal Fried Shrimp
Ingredients
Shrimp & Oil
- 1 1/2 pounds medium- to large-sized shrimp, deveined
- Vegetable oil, for frying
Batter
- 2 cups milk
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more for sprinkling
- 1 dash freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
6 steps
- 1
Heat about 1/2 inch of vegetable oil in a large, heavy skillet over medium-high heat.
- 2
In a shallow dish, combine the milk and egg, whisking to blend.
- 3
In another shallow dish, combine the flour, cornmeal, baking powder, salt, and pepper.
- 4
Dip each shrimp in the milk mixture, then dredge in the flour mixture, pressing to coat.
- 5
Fry the shrimp in batches for about 2 to 3 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through.
- 6
Drain on paper towels and then move to the rack on the baking sheet. Place the pan in the oven to keep them warm while you fry the remaining shrimp.
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