Crunchy Fried Shrimp

These fried shrimp have just the right amount of crunch thanks to the panko bread crumbs. If desired, serve with Kikkoman Tonkatsu Sauce for dipping.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 5 mins
• Total Time: 15 mins
• Calories: 875 Calories

Ingredients

• ¾ teaspoon salt
• 3 large eggs
• 1 cup vegetable oil for frying, or as needed
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• ⅓ cup flour
• 1 ½ cups Kikkoman Panko Bread Crumbs
• 1 pound uncooked jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails left intact

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Mix flour, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl. Beat eggs in a second medium bowl until frothy. Place bread crumbs in a third bowl.

Step 2

Dredge shrimp in flour mixture, shake off excess. Dip shrimp into eggs, then press shrimp into bread crumbs; turning to coat both sides.

Step 3

Pour2 inches oil into a large, heavy pot; heat to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step 4

Deep-fry shrimp in batches in the hot oil until cooked through, about 1 minute. Use tongs to transfer shrimp to paper towels to drain. Repeat to cook remaining shrimp.

Step 5

Arrange shrimp on a platter to serve.