Description
A delicious and crunchy shrimp dish seasoned with salt and pepper, perfect for a quick appetizer or main course.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- Chopped green onions, for garnish
- Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Mix the flour, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper in a bowl until thoroughly combined.
- In a separate bowl, pour the buttermilk.
- Dip each shrimp into the buttermilk, letting any excess drip off.
- Coat the shrimp in the seasoned flour mixture, ensuring a generous layer adheres to each piece.
- In a deep skillet, heat enough vegetable oil to cover the bottom by about an inch over medium-high heat until it shimmers.
- Carefully place the shrimp in the hot oil in batches, frying them for approximately 2-3 minutes per side, or until they achieve a beautiful golden brown and crispy texture.
- Use a slotted spoon to transfer the shrimp to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any excess oil.
- Sprinkle with chopped green onions for a fresh touch and serve hot alongside lemon wedges for a zesty squeeze.
Notes
- For extra crunch, double coat the shrimp by repeating the buttermilk and flour steps.
- Adjust the cayenne pepper to your spice preference.
- Ensure the oil is hot enough before adding the shrimp to prevent them from becoming soggy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 shrimp
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 150mg