Description
Crispy panko shrimp delivers a golden-crusted seafood sensation that whisks diners straight to coastal culinary bliss. Succulent shrimp wrapped in crunchy panko breadcrumbs promises a perfect harmony of texture and flavor for weekend dinner excitement.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (454 g) shrimp, large, peeled and deveined (tails on or off)
- 1 cup (240 ml) vegetable oil (for frying)
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp paprika (optional, for extra flavor)
- Lemon wedges (for serving)
- Dipping sauce of choice (cocktail sauce, tartar sauce, or spicy mayo)
Instructions
- Coating Preparation: Arrange three seasoned stations – flour for initial dusting, whisked eggs for binding, and spice-infused panko breadcrumbs with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- Shrimp Transformation: Methodically enrobe each shrimp by first rolling in flour, then immersing in egg wash, and finally encasing with seasoned panko, gently pressing to ensure complete coverage.
- Oil Calibration: Warm a large skillet with oil, monitoring temperature until it reaches precise 350F (175C), creating optimal frying conditions for crisp exterior and tender interior.
- Culinary Execution: Strategically fry shrimp in controlled batches, achieving golden-brown perfection within approximately 2 minutes per side, then transfer to paper towels for excess oil absorption, ensuring a delicate, crunchy texture.
Notes
- Maintain consistent 350F to prevent soggy or burnt panko coating, ensuring crispy, golden-brown exterior without greasy texture.
- Fry shrimp in small batches to maintain oil temperature and prevent shrimp from sticking together, guaranteeing even, crisp coating.
- Remove excess moisture before coating to help panko adhere better and create crunchier, more uniform breading.
- Incorporate spices directly into panko breadcrumbs for more intense, evenly distributed flavor throughout the crispy coating.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg