Trini Fried Shrimp- Light and Crispy - Episode 832

flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber while maintaining similar texture.

shrimp

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: tilapia

Chicken breast is lower in fat; tilapia is more affordable.

hot sauce

🥗Healthier: sriracha

💰Cheaper: ketchup

Sriracha offers a healthier spicy option; ketchup is less expensive.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier; canola oil is often cheaper.

Start with shrimp and add Cajun seasoning, paprika, cayenne pepper (optional), lime pepper sauce, and green seasoning. Toss to coat.

Allow the shrimp to marinate for about 5 to 10 minutes.

In a mixing bowl, combine flour, cornstarch, paprika, cayenne powder, and more Cajun seasoning. Mix to combine.

Dip the marinated shrimp into the flour mixture, shaking off any excess dry flour.

Heat vegetable oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat.

Carefully place the shrimp into the hot oil and allow to fry for about 30 seconds on each side.

Check for doneness; shrimp should curl into a C shape when ready.

Drain the fried shrimp on paper towels to remove excess oil.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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