Japanese-Style Deep-Fried Shrimp
These deep-fried shrimp are coated with crispy panko crumbs to make the easiest, tastiest deep-fried shrimp ever!
INGREDIENTS :
- 1 pound medium shrimp, peeled (tails left on) and deveined
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup panko crumbs
- 1 quart vegetable oil for frying
DIRECTION:
- Place shrimp in a bowl and season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Mix flour and paprika together in a shallow bowl. Place eggs in a second bowl and panko in a third bowl.
- Heat oil in a deep fryer or deep skillet to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Dip each shrimp into flour mixture, then into egg, and finally into panko crumbs to coat.
- Fry a few shrimp at a time in the hot oil until golden brown, about 5 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels before serving.
