Super Easy Crispy Fried Shrimp Recipe | Better Than Popeyes

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: cornmeal

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

shrimp

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: fish

Chicken breast is a lean protein option.

bread crumbs

🥗Healthier: panko

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Panko provides a lighter, crispier texture.

cooking oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is more affordable for frying.

Start with 1 pound of large shrimp, ensuring they are not cold.

Season the shrimp with onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and island Vibe Cajun crust seasoning.

Add 2 tablespoons of mustard to the shrimp for flavor.

Pour in Louisiana hot sauce and mix everything together.

Add 2 large eggs to the shrimp mixture and mix until combined.

Let the shrimp mixture sit while preparing the flour.

In a separate container, add 2 cups of flour (do not season the flour).

Transfer the shrimp mixture into the flour container and mix well, covering the shrimp with flour.

Cover the container and shake to ensure the shrimp are evenly coated in flour.

Preheat cooking oil to 350°F (175°C).

Shake off excess flour from the shrimp before adding them to the hot oil.

Fry the shrimp for about 3 to 4 minutes until they are golden brown and crispy.

Remove the shrimp from the oil and set aside, being careful of the hot oil.

Repeat the frying process for any remaining shrimp, shaking off excess flour before frying.

For a thicker breading, double coat the shrimp by dipping them back in the egg mixture and then in the flour again before frying.

To make the sauce, melt 1 tablespoon of butter in a medium-high heat skillet.

Add 1/3 cup of sweet chili sauce and 4 tablespoons of Louisiana hot sauce to the melted butter and mix well.

Allow the sauce to simmer for a bit.

Serve the shrimp with the sauce on the side for dipping.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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