How to Make Panko Fried Shrimp

Fried shrimp is dipped in egg and Panko crumbs to make this fried crunchy delight. Serve with lemon wedges, cocktail or tartar sauce. How? Read this article and learn by just reading this simple article!

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 pounds medium to large shrimp, shells removed, tails on
  • Salt and pepper
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 1 cup Panko crumbs
  • A bowl of cocktail sauce and tarter sauce to dip your shrimp in (optional)
  • 10 lemon wedges
  • A pinch of salt and pepper

Steps

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    Defrost shrimp if it is frozen.[1] Soak it in hot or warm water so it could defrost faster.
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    Take out shrimp shells and throw them in the garbage.[2]
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    Season shrimp with salt and pepper, making sure all sides are seasoned well.[3]
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    Heat oil in skillet to 350 °F (177 °C).
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    Add Panko crumbs to a large plastic food storage bag. Shake well.
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    Butterfly shrimp by cutting vertically down the back of the shrimp. Hold the shrimp firmly with one hand and slice halfway through the shrimp.
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    Beat the eggs and water together until yolks are broken.[4]
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    Dip the shrimp in the egg-water mixture.
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    Add the shrimp to the Panko crumbs.
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    Toss to coat.
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    Remove shrimp from bag and dip again in egg-water mixture.
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    Return to Panko crumbs in bag.
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    Toss again.[5]
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    Fry in hot oil at 350 °F (177 °C) until golden, about 3 minutes. You may have to turn the shrimp to evenly brown them.[6]
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    Drain the fried shrimp on paper towels.[7]
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    Keep shrimp warm while frying batches of shrimp.
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    Serve with lemon wedges, cocktail sauce or tartar sauce.[8]
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Community Q&A

  • Question
    How can I make my own panko crumbs?
    Michele
    Michele
    Top Answerer
    See How to Make Panko Bread Crumbs.
  • Question
    How do I make the shrimp straight?
    Community Answer
    Community Answer
    Remove the tail and legs off from the shrimp and create some slits on the undersides using a knife. Then, bend the shrimp backwards by firmly holding onto it with both hands so that it can straighten.
  • Question
    Can I add spicy jalapeño on the fried shrimp?
    Qamar
    Qamar
    Top Answerer
    Yes! Spicy jalapeño will go well with fried shrimp. And feel free to add other desired toppings or condiments to serve on the panko fried shrimp.
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Warnings

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References

  1. ↑ https://www.bonappetit.com/story/how-to-thaw-frozen-shrimp
  2. ↑ https://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-peel-amp-devein-shrimp-cooking-lessons-from-the-kitchn-217120
  3. ↑ https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/127500/japanese-style-deep-fried-shrimp/
  4. ↑ https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/ree-drummond/fried-shrimp-3470813
  5. ↑ https://www.food.com/recipe/panko-fried-shrimp-375136
  6. ↑ https://www.food.com/recipe/panko-fried-shrimp-375136
  7. ↑ https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/127500/japanese-style-deep-fried-shrimp/
  8. ↑ https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/ree-drummond/fried-shrimp-3470813

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Updated: November 18, 2022
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