Cracker-Breaded Fried Shrimp |
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Prep Time: 0 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 0 Minutes Servings: 1 |
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We found that coarsely crushed crackers work best for this recipe. Place crackers in a zip-top plastic bag, and crush with a rolling pin. Ingredients:
2 pounds unpeeled, large fresh shrimp |
1 1/2 cups crushed buttery round crackers (about 26 crackers) |
1/2 cup all-purpose flour |
3/4 teaspoon pepper, divided |
1/2 teaspoon salt |
1/2 cup buttermilk |
2 to 3 drops hot sauce |
1 large egg |
vegetable oil |
Directions:
1. Peel shrimp, leaving tails intact, and devein, if desired.
2. Combine crushed crackers, flour, 1/2 teaspoon pepper, and salt in a shallow dish. Stir together buttermilk, hot sauce, egg, and remaining 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a bowl until blended. Dip shrimp in buttermilk mixture; dredge in cracker mixture.
3. Pour oil to a depth of 2 1/2 inches into a large, deep cast-iron or heavy-duty skillet; heat to 375°. Fry shrimp, in batches, 1 to 2 minutes or until golden; drain on wire racks over paper towels.
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