1️⃣ Prepare the Shrimp
Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. Removing excess moisture helps the coating stick better.
2️⃣ Make the Batter
In a bowl, whisk together the egg and milk until smooth.
In another bowl, mix flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
3️⃣ Coat the Shrimp
Dip each shrimp first into the egg mixture, then coat it well in the flour mixture.
Press gently so the coating sticks well to the shrimp.
4️⃣ Heat the Oil
Pour oil into a frying pan or deep pot and heat it to about 350°F (175°C).
The oil should be hot but not smoking.
5️⃣ Fry the Shrimp
Carefully place the shrimp in the hot oil.
Fry for 2–3 minutes until they become golden brown and crispy.
Avoid overcrowding the pan so they cook evenly.
6️⃣ Drain and Serve
Remove the shrimp using a slotted spoon and place them on paper towels to remove excess oil.
Serve immediately while hot.
✅ Serving Ideas
- Serve with garlic sauce or cocktail sauce
- Add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice
- Pair with French fries or coleslaw
If you want, I can also show you 3 extremely popular shrimp recipes people love online, such as:
- Honey Garlic Butter Shrimp 🍯
- Cajun Shrimp Pasta 🍝
- Bang Bang Shrimp (restaurant style) 🔥
