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Salt and Pepper Crispy Shrimp

Savory Salt and Pepper Crispy Shrimp for Easy Weeknight Dinners

Discover the perfect Salt and Pepper Crispy Shrimp, a quick seafood delight to impress guests and satisfy cravings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Crispy Shrimp Ingredients
  • 1 lb Large Shrimp Fresh or high-quality frozen
  • 1/2 cup Cornstarch Substitutable with rice flour for gluten-free
  • 1/2 cup All-purpose Flour Can be replaced with gluten-free flour
  • 1 tsp Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper Substitutable with white pepper
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic can be used
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder Fresh onions are an option
  • 1/4 tsp Cayenne Pepper Optional for spice
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil Can be substituted with canola or peanut oil
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro Optional garnish
  • 1 each Lemon Wedges For serving

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • slotted spoon

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Prepare the shrimp by rinsing them under cold water and patting dry with paper towels.
  2. Mix the dry ingredients in a medium mixing bowl until well blended.
  3. Coat the shrimp in the dry mixture until fully covered.
  4. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers.
  5. Fry the shrimp in batches for about 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
  6. Drain excess oil by transferring fried shrimp to a plate lined with paper towels.
  7. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh cilantro and lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 22gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

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