Description
A foolproof recipe for perfectly golden, extra-crunchy fried shrimp that uses a special gluten-free flour blend for the ultimate texture.
Ingredients
1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined (tails on)
1/2 cup gluten-free all-purpose flour
1/4 cup cornstarch
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
2 large eggs, beaten
Vegetable or avocado oil for frying
Instructions
Step 1: Pat the shrimp thoroughly dry with paper towels and lightly season with a pinch of salt.
Step 2: Set up three shallow bowls: one with cornstarch, one with beaten eggs, and one with a mixture of gluten-free flour, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
Step 3: Dredge each shrimp first in cornstarch, then dip into the egg wash, and finally coat thoroughly in the seasoned flour mixture.
Step 4: Heat 2 inches of oil in a heavy-bottomed skillet or Dutch oven to 350°F (175°C).
Step 5: Fry the shrimp in batches for 2-3 minutes until golden brown and crispy, being careful not to overcook.
Step 6: Remove shrimp with a slotted spoon and drain on a wire cooling rack to maintain maximum crispness.
Notes
Always use a thermometer to check your oil temperature; this is the most important factor for non-greasy fried food.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Seafood
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 285 kcal
- Sugar: 0.5 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 145 mg
