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Fried Butterflied Shrimp Recipe

Delicious fried butterflied shrimp, perfect for a quick and tasty meal.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 300 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb Shrimp, peeled and deveined large
  • 1 cup All-purpose flour
  • 2 units Eggs beaten
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black pepper
  • 2 cups Vegetable oil for frying

Instructions 

  1. 1. Butterfly the shrimp by cutting along the back and flattening them out.
  2. 2. Season the shrimp with salt and black pepper.
  3. 3. Dredge the shrimp in flour, dip in beaten eggs, and coat with breadcrumbs.
  4. 4. Heat the vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
  5. 5. Fry the shrimp until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per side.
  6. 6. Remove the shrimp from the oil and drain on paper towels.
  7. 7. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 300kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 200mg | Sodium: 500mg | Potassium: 200mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 100IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 2mg

Keywords

Fried, Seafood, Shrimp
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