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Wild West Shrimp

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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Wild West Shrimp Ingredients
  • 1 lb Raw Shrimp Large, peeled, and deveined
  • 1 cup Buttermilk Soak shrimp for at least 30 minutes
  • 1 cup Cornmeal Coarse cornmeal for coating
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour For a light, crispy exterior
  • 1 tablespoon Cayenne Pepper For spice
  • 1 tablespoon Paprika For smoky flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Garlic Powder Or fresh garlic for stronger taste
  • to taste Salt Essential seasoning
  • to taste Pepper Essential seasoning
  • as needed Vegetable Oil For frying, high smoke point
  • as needed Lemon Wedges For serving
  • as needed Your Favorite Dipping Sauce Ranch or cocktail sauce

Method
 

How to Make Wild West Shrimp
  1. Prepare the shrimp by peeling and deveining one pound of large shrimp. Rinse under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
  2. Create the batter by combining one cup of buttermilk, one tablespoon of hot sauce, and spices in a mixing bowl. Whisk until combined.
  3. Coat each shrimp in the batter, ensuring a thick coating.
  4. Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat (around 350°F).
  5. Fry the shrimp in batches for about 3-4 minutes until golden brown.
  6. Remove the shrimp with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Serve garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 15gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure shrimp are marinated long enough for flavor. Avoid overcrowding the frying pan for even cooking.

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