Crispy Cornmeal Shrimp Recipes

BAKED CORNMEAL CRUSTED SHRIMP WITH LIGHT LEMON AIOLI

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 475 degrees.
• Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil and spray with cooking spray.
• Get out 3 shallow dishes, I like to use pie plates.
• In the first dish combine the flour salt and pepper.
• In the second dish whisk the two egg whites together with a teaspoon or two of water.
• In the third dish combine the cornmeal, salt, garlic and onion powder, paprika and cayenne.
• Working in batches dredge the shrimp in the flour mixture.
• Shake off any excess flour, then dip them into the egg whites and then coat them in the cornmeal mixture.
• Shake off any excess cornmeal before placing them on the prepared baking sheet.
• Spray the tops lightly with cooking spray or drizzle with a little olive oil.
• Place the shrimp on the middle rack of the oven and bake for 10-12 minutes or until crisp and golden.
• Remove from the oven and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
• In a small bowl whisk together all of the ingredients until smooth.
• Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

CRISPY FRIED SHRIMP RECIPE

Steps:

• Heat 1/2-inch of oil in a large, heavy-bottomed skillet over medium heat. Line a large plate with a paper towel, set aside.
• In a cake pan or pie plate whisk together eggs and buttermilk. Add 1/2 teaspoon of salt and pepper.
• In another cake pan, mix together the flour, cornmeal, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper.
• Add shrimp to the egg mixture and coat well. A few at a time, add the shrimp to the flour and coat completely. Place on a clean plate while you bread the remaining shrimp.
• Add shrimp to skillet making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for 3 minutes, until crispy and golden brown. Drain on prepared plate. Continue until all shrimp is fried.

EASY CORNMEAL FRIED SHRIMP

Steps:

• Gather the ingredients.
• Peel the shrimp, leaving the tails on, and put them in a colander. Rinse the shrimp under cold running water, then pat dry with paper towels.
• Put about 3 inches of vegetable oil in a deep, heavy saucepan or deep fryer. Heat the oil to 360 F.
• To keep the fried shrimp warm as you fry subsequent batches, heat the oven to 200 F. Place a rack in a baking sheet and set aside. Have paper towels ready for draining the shrimp.
• In a medium bowl, whisk the milk with the egg until well blended.
• Put the shrimp in the milk and egg mixture and let stand for 3 to 4 minutes.
• Combine the flour, cornmeal, and baking powder in another bowl; blend well. Stir in salt and a dash of freshly ground black pepper.
• Dip the shrimp into the flour and cornmeal mixture to coat thoroughly. Shake off excess.
• Place coated shrimp in the hot oil and cook in small batches until golden brown, about 2 to 3 minutes.
• Drain on paper towels and then move to the rack on the baking sheet. Place the pan in the oven to keep them warm while you fry the remaining shrimp.
• Sprinkle the fried shrimp with salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste.
• Serve and enjoy.

FRIED SHRIMP ?

Steps:

• Preheat a deep-fryer to 375 degrees F or In a large sauce pan, pour vegetable oil - half way.In a large bowl mix together, cornmeal, flour, garlic & onion powder, cayenne, salt and pepper. Mix buttermilk and eggs in a separate bowl.Dip shrimp in buttermilk mixture and lightly deep into the flavorful flour mixture afterwards.Then fry the shrimp in the fryer or saucepan a few at a time. Fry in the fryer or pan until slightly brown and crispy, about 3 to 4 minutes or more depending on the size.Remove seafood from the fryer with a slotted spoon place on a cookie rack to ensure crispness. Repeat with the remaining shrimp.