Ideal Fried Shrimp
A crisp and golden delicacy, this fried shrimp recipe delivers restaurant-quality flavor with a light, crunchy coating. Perfect for gatherings or a delightful appetizer, it combines minimal prep with exceptional results.
Ingredients
- 1 pound jumbo shrimp peeled and deveined with tails intact
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 ½ cups Kikkoman Panko Bread Crumbs
- 3 large eggs
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- Approximately 1 cup vegetable oil for frying
- ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and pepper until well blended.
- Crack the eggs into a separate bowl and beat until thoroughly combined and slightly frothy.
- Place the Panko breadcrumbs into a third shallow bowl, spreading them evenly.
- Dredge each shrimp in the seasoned flour, gently tapping to remove the excess. Submerge the floured shrimp into the beaten eggs, coating completely.
- Roll each shrimp in the Panko breadcrumbs, pressing lightly to ensure full adhesion on both sides.
- Heat approximately 2 inches of vegetable oil in a deep skillet or pot over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- Fry the shrimp in small batches, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Cook each batch for about 1 minute or until the coating is golden brown and crisp.
- Remove the fried shrimp using tongs and transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
- Present the shrimp warm on a serving dish, paired with your preferred dipping sauce or a wedge of lemon.