Popcorn Shrimp
These popcorn shrimp are seasoned with old bay seasoning and fried to perfection! Super crispy, tender, and perfect for a large crowd.
Servings: 4
Calories: 251kcal
Ingredients
- 1/2 lb small shrimp peeled and deveined
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups buttermilk or whole milk
- 1 tbsp hot sauce
- 1 tbsp dijon mustard
- 3 tsp old bay seasoning divided
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- oil, for frying
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the buttermilk, dijon mustard, hot sauce, and 2 tsp old bay seasoning. Place the shrimp in the mixture and let it sit at room temperature for 20 minutes.
- Combine the all-purpose flour, 1 tsp old bay seasoning, and 2 tbsp cornstarch.
- Coat the shrimp in the flour mixture. Make sure to coat it well!
- Fry for 3-4 minutes, let it cool for 5 minutes, and enjoy with lemon wedges!
Notes
- Use peanut oil, canola oil, or vegetable oil. Avoid olive oil. The frying oil temperature should be about 350 degrees F.
Nutrition
Calories: 251kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 85mg | Sodium: 577mg | Potassium: 280mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 347IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 191mg | Iron: 2mg