panko shrimp

Here’s a quick and easy fried shrimp recipe that goes great with a teriyaki dipping sauce.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb. medium shrimp tails, peeled and deveined
• 1/2 tsp. sea salt
• 1/2 tsp. ground black pepper
• 1 tsp. garlic powder
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp. paprika
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 1 cup panko crumbs
• 2 cups vegetable oil for fryin

Directions:

1. Place the shrimp in a bowl and season with salt, pepper and garlic powder.
2. In a small bowl, combine flour and paprika and give it a little stir.
3. Place eggs and panko crumbs into separate bowls.
4. Heat the oil in a deep-fryer or deep skillet to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
5. One at a time, dip each shrimp into the flour mixture, then the egg and lastly the panko crumbs for the top coat.
6.  Fry a few at a time until golden brown all around.
7. This should take no longer than 5 minutes.
8. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels before serving.