Description
A fun and tasty dish, Crispy Popcorn Shrimp features a delightful crunch and tender shrimp, perfect for parties or as a quick snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- Salt, pepper, garlic powder (to taste)
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Pat the shrimp dry to remove excess moisture.
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and seasonings.
- Gradually add water until you achieve a thick batter consistency.
- Heat oil in a deep fryer or heavy pot to 350°F (175°C).
- Dip each shrimp into the batter and carefully place them in the hot oil.
- Fry in small batches for about 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Drain on paper towels before serving.
- Serve hot with dipping sauces like cocktail or tartar sauce.
Notes
For the best texture, store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat in an oven at 350°F (175°C).
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: popcorn shrimp, fried shrimp, seafood appetizer, easy snack