Old Bay Fried Shrimp

Old Bay fried shrimp are first soaked in milk and eggs before being coated in an Old Bay and cornmeal blend. This recipe is sure to be a new favorite.

• Preparation Time: 30 mins
• Cooking Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 45 mins
• Calories: 760 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 cups yellow cornmeal
• peanut oil for frying
• 2 cups milk, or more as needed
• 3 large eggs, or more as needed
• 0.5 cup seafood seasoning (such as Old Bay®)

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Butterfly shrimp by placing on a flat work surface and slicing horizontally through each shrimp's middle, being careful not to cut all the way through to the other side.

Step 3

Whisk eggs in a bowl; whisk in milk. Place shrimp in egg-milk mixture; soak 1 hour.

Step 4

Whisk flour, cornmeal, and seafood seasoning together; transfer to a resealable plastic bag. Place 5 to 6 shrimp in the bag; shake well until coated. Place coated shrimp, unstacked, onto a plate. Repeat with remaining shrimp.

Step 5

Lower shrimp carefully into the hot oil in batches. Fry until golden brown and opaque in the centers, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Repeat with remaining shrimp.