Enjoy juicy shrimp with a crispy coating that's pan-fried to perfection. This easy recipe is great for a quick weeknight dinner or party appetizer. Serve with a side of cocktail sauce or tartar sauce for a tasty seafood dish.
Ingredients
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/2 cup flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 cup bread crumbs
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Directions
- In a shallow dish, mix together flour, salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
- Dip shrimp in the seasoned flour mixture, then dip in the beaten eggs.
- Coat shrimp in bread crumbs, pressing lightly to adhere.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Pan-fry shrimp in batches for about 2-3 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove shrimp from skillet and drain on paper towels.
- Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Interesting Facts
Shrimp is a low-calorie and high-protein seafood option.
Pan-frying shrimp gives it a crispy texture without the need for deep frying.