Best Buttermilk French Fried Shrimp With Remoulade Recipes

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BUTTERMILK FRIED SHRIMP



Buttermilk Fried Shrimp image

This classic New Orleans-style shrimp is dipped in buttermilk then coated in cornmeal before frying for a flavorful crunchy exterior.

Provided by Bon Appétit Test Kitchen

Categories     New Orleans     Shrimp     Fry     Deep-Fry     Louisiana     Dinner     Summer     Kitchen Olympics     Bon Appétit

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
Vegetable oil for frying
1 1/2 pounds medium shrimp (about 36), peeled, deveined
1 cup buttermilk
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup cornmeal
Rémoulade Sauce (optional), to serve

Steps:

  • Whisk salt, cayenne, garlic powder, paprika, oregano, thyme, black pepper, and onion powder in a small bowl to blend.
  • Attach a deep-fry thermometer to side of a heavy wide pot. Add enough oil to measure 2". Heat over medium heat to 350°F.
  • Meanwhile, place shrimp and 2 tablespoons spice mix in a medium bowl and toss to coat. Pour buttermilk into another medium bowl. Whisk flour and cornmeal in another medium bowl.
  • Dip seasoned shrimp briefly in buttermilk, then coat with flour mixture. Working in batches, fry shrimp, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and just cooked through, about 4 minutes per batch. Transfer to paper towels to drain.
  • Serve shrimp with rémoulade sauce.

FRIED SHRIMP WITH SPICY REMOULADE



Fried Shrimp with Spicy Remoulade image

Provided by Patrick and Gina Neely : Food Network

Time 25m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

Peanut Oil, for frying
1 cup buttermilk
1 egg, lightly beaten
1 tablespoon Creole mustard
1 tablespoon hot sauce
1/2 cup self-rising flour
1/2 cup yellow cornmeal
2 teaspoons paprika
Kosher salt
1 teaspoon cayenne
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 1/2 pounds shrimp, peeled and deveined
Spicy Remoulade Sauce, recipe follows
1 shallot, finely chopped
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
3/4 cup prepared mayonnaise
2 tablespoons Creole mustard
1 tablespoon hot sauce
Juice of 1/2 lemon

Steps:

  • Preheat deep fryer with peanut oil to 375 degrees F.
  • Whisk together buttermilk, egg, and mustard in a casserole dish. In another casserole dish, whisk together flour, cornmeal, paprika, 2 teaspoons salt, cayenne, and garlic powder.
  • Dredge shrimp in the dry mixture then into the wet then back into the dry. Add shrimp in batches to the deep fryer and fry until golden, about 2 minutes per batch. Serve with spicy remoulade sauce.
  • Add the shallot, parsley, cayenne pepper, mayonnaise, mustard, hot sauce, and lemon juice to a bowl. Stir to combine. Chill until ready to serve.

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