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Popcorn Shrimp Basket Recipe

American · Main course · 25 min total

Crispy, bite-sized shrimp served in a basket with tangy cocktail sauce and lemon wedges. Perfect for a fun appetizer or casual meal.

Ingredients

• 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup cornmeal
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
• Vegetable oil, for frying
• 1/2 cup cocktail sauce
• Lemon wedges, for serving

Instructions

1. In a bowl, combine shrimp and buttermilk; let soak for 10 minutes.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cornmeal, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and cayenne.
3. Heat 2 inches of oil in a deep pot to 350°F (175°C).
4. Drain shrimp from buttermilk; dredge each in flour mixture, shaking off excess.
5. Fry shrimp in batches for 2-3 minutes until golden and cooked through. Drain on paper towels.
6. Serve shrimp in a basket lined with parchment, with cocktail sauce and lemon wedges.

Tips

• For extra crunch, double-dip shrimp in buttermilk and flour mixture.
• Keep fried shrimp warm in a 200°F oven while frying remaining batches.
• Serve with tartar sauce or remoulade as alternatives.

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