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Salt and Pepper Crispy Shrimp

A quick and easy recipe for perfectly crispy shrimp, packed with flavor and perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Seafood
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 cup cornstarch Golden ticket for crispy texture.
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional) Add more for extra kick!
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil for frying
For Garnish and Serving
  • to taste Green onions, chopped For garnish.
  • to taste Lemon wedges For serving.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a bowl, mix the cornstarch, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
  2. Toss the shrimp in the cornstarch mixture until well coated.
Cooking
  1. Heat oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat.
  2. Fry the shrimp in batches until golden and crispy, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Serving
  1. Garnish with chopped green onions and serve with lemon wedges.

Notes

Doesn’t skip the cornstarch for crispiness. Fry in batches. Fresh shrimp is best, but thawed frozen shrimp can work too. You can prep the coating in advance.