FRIED SHIMP AND CHIPS! | Old Bay Fried Shrimp Recipe

buttermilk

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + vinegar

Greek yogurt adds creaminess while reducing calories.

shrimp

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: tilapia

Chicken is leaner and tilapia is more affordable.

potatoes

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: frozen fries

Sweet potatoes provide more nutrients, while frozen fries save prep time.

flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber but may be costlier.

Start by seasoning the shrimp with Old Bay seasoning and set aside.

Cut potatoes into hand-cut fries and soak them in water for an hour to remove excess starch.

In a bowl, combine about 1 cup of all-purpose flour and 1 tablespoon of cornstarch for the batter.

Add Old Bay seasoning and black pepper to the flour mixture.

Pour in light beer until the mixture reaches a pancake batter consistency.

Whisk the batter until smooth and set aside.

Heat oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F for frying.

Dredge the shrimp in the batter and fry them for a couple of minutes until golden brown, being careful not to overcook them.

Remove the fried shrimp from the oil and season with salt immediately after frying.

Using the same oil, fry the hand-cut potatoes until golden brown and crispy.

Remove the fries from the oil and season with bacon lover seasoning and salt immediately after frying.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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