French-Fried Shrimp

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Recipe intro

If you're a fan of seafood and crave a crispy, flavorful appetizer, then this French fried shrimp recipe is just what you need. These golden-brown delights are a perfect blend of succulent shrimp coated in a light, crispy batter. With a hint of French influence, this recipe brings a touch of elegance to any gathering or meal. Serve them as an appetizer at your next dinner party or enjoy them as a delicious snack.

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French fried shrimp recipe details

French fried shrimp recipe, recipe Rating: 4.6
Number of votes:96

A crunchy, delicious snack that cooks in a flash in your deep fryer.
Ready in: 25 mins

Ingredients

Serves: 6

• 1 cup flour
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon sugar
• 1 egg, slightly beaten
• 1 cup ice water
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, plus oil for frying
• 2 pounds fresh or frozen shrimp

Preparation method

Prep: 15 mins | Cook: 10 mins

1. Stir flour, salt, sugar, egg, ice water, and oil together in a bowl and beat to combine.
2. Peel, butterfly, and devein shrimp, leaving the very end of the tail intact for holding.
3. Fill a deep fryer with oil according to manufacturer’s instructions. Heat to 375 degrees F.
4. Dredge shrimp in the batter and fry in hot oil until golden brown, working in batches. Drain on paper towels and serve.