Deep-Fried Panko Shrimp

With just a handful of ingredients, you can whip up these crunchy shrimp as a main dish or a treat for random company that stops by. I keep shrimp in the freezer just for this recipe. Place it in a bowl of cold water for 10 minutes for a fast and easy thaw while you assemble the breading. Serve with lemon wedges and cocktail sauce if desired.

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

Ingredients

• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• ⅛ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 2 cups vegetable oil for frying, or as needed
• 2 medium eggs
• 1 ½ cups panko bread crumbs
• 1 pound large shrimp - peeled, deveined, and tails left on

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step 2

Whisk eggs in a small bowl.

Step 3

Combine panko bread crumbs, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a large resealable plastic bag. Seal and shake to combine.

Step 4

Dip shrimp in the beaten egg, shaking off excess. Drop shrimp into the bag of panko mixture and shake to coat. Place shrimp on a plate and repeat with remaining shrimp.

Step 5

Drop shrimp in batches into the preheated deep fryer and cook until breading is browned and shrimp are opaque, about 1 1/2 minutes per batch.

Step 6

Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on a paper towel-lined plate. Repeat with remaining shrimp.