Crispy Shrimp Cocktail: Irresistible 30-Minute Party Hit
A quick and easy crispy shrimp cocktail recipe perfect for appetizers or snacks.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Total Time: 25 mins
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Calorie
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup (120g) breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup (60g) all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 tsp (5g) salt
- 1 tsp (5g) black pepper
- 1 tsp (5g) paprika
- 1/2 tsp (2.5g) garlic powder
- 1/2 cup (120ml) vegetable oil for frying
- 1 cup (240ml) cocktail sauce for dipping
Instructions
- Rinse shrimp and pat dry with paper towels.
- In a bowl, mix breadcrumbs, salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
- Dredge shrimp in flour, then dip in beaten eggs, and coat with breadcrumb mixture.
- Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Fry shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until golden and crispy.
- Drain on paper towels.
- Serve with cocktail sauce.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, double-coat shrimp in breadcrumbs.
- Use panko breadcrumbs for a lighter texture.
- Serve immediately for best results.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (4-5 shrimp)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 160mg