Sunrise anchors sample Jordan's blackened fried shrimp

buttermilk

🥗Healthier: low-fat yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + vinegar

Low-fat yogurt reduces calories while maintaining tanginess.

blackening seasoning

🥗Healthier: homemade spice mix

💰Cheaper: store-bought seasoning

Homemade mix can be tailored to taste and is often more economical.

shrimp

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: tilapia

Chicken breast is lower in fat, while tilapia is often less expensive.

cooking oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is healthier.

Prepare shrimp by peeling and deveining, then pat dry with paper towels.

Mix blackening seasoning with flour and cornmeal in a shallow dish.

Dip shrimp in buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off.

Coat shrimp in the flour mixture, pressing lightly to adhere.

Heat cooking oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.

Fry shrimp in batches for 2-3 minutes per side until blackened and cooked through.

Remove shrimp and drain on paper towels.

Squeeze fresh lemon juice over shrimp before serving.

Garnish with chopped parsley for added flavor.

Serve hot with hot sauce on the side.

Cooking Techniques

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