Crispy Panko-Crusted Shrimp: A Delectable Appetizer Delight
Crispy Panko-Crusted Shrimp: A Delectable Appetizer Delight
Looking for a delicious and easy appetizer to impress your guests? Look no further than crispy panko-crusted shrimp! The crispy texture and savory flavor of these shrimp will have your guests coming back for more.
Ingredients:
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 eggs, beaten
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F.
- In a shallow bowl, mix together the Panko breadcrumbs, flour, garlic powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
- In another shallow bowl, beat the eggs.
- One shrimp at a time, dip into the beaten eggs, then coat in the Panko mixture, pressing the crumbs onto the shrimp to adhere.
- In a large skillet, heat 1/4 inch of vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
- Add the shrimp in batches and fry until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Using a slotted spoon, transfer the cooked shrimp to a paper towel-lined baking sheet and keep warm in the oven while frying the remaining batches.
- Serve hot with lemon wedges.
