Emeril Lagasse's Homemade Fried Shrimp Recipe

buttermilk

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + vinegar

Greek yogurt adds creaminess with fewer calories.

panko breadcrumbs

🥗Healthier: whole wheat breadcrumbs

💰Cheaper: regular breadcrumbs

Whole wheat breadcrumbs offer more fiber.

Peel and devein the shrimp, removing heads and feet, and save the shells for stock.

Marinate the shrimp in buttermilk and hot sauce, ensuring they are well coated.

In a bowl, mix 1.5 cups of Masa with Emeril's Essence seasoning.

Prepare a sauce by combining mayonnaise, local honey, mustard, and a touch of Worcestershire sauce, adding buttermilk for creaminess.

Heat oil to 350-360°F, using a thermometer for accuracy.

Coat the marinated shrimp in the flour mixture, ensuring they are well covered.

Carefully place the shrimp in the hot oil, frying them until golden brown.

Remove the shrimp from the oil and season immediately with salt or Emeril's Essence while hot.

Serve the fried shrimp with the prepared sauce.

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