Best Popcorn Shrimp Recipes

POPEYE'S POPCORN SHRIMP AND CHICKEN

Steps:

• Heat oil in a deep fryer or in a deep cast iron skillet on the stove to 350 degrees F. Use a digital thermometer to check the temperature.
• Combine the flour, salt, peppers, paprika and cajun seasoning, if using,in a bowl. In another bowl, break eggs and beat until well blended.
• Dip each piece of shrimp/chicken into eggs; then coat generously with the flour mixture. Drop each piece into the hot oil and fry for 15 to 25 minutes or until the shrimp/chicken is a dark golden brown. Drain shrimp/chicken on paper towels and serve warm.

POPCORN SHRIMP RECIPE BY TASTY

Steps:

• In a medium bowl, add seasoned flour ingredients. Mix well.
• Place half of the flour mixture into a large zip lock bag, reserve the rest.
• Add the shrimp to the bag and shake until each shrimp is coated with flour. Shake off any excess flour.
• In a separate bowl, add egg, milk, and cajun seasoning. Mix well.
• Dredge the floured shrimp in the egg mixture, then coat with the fresh seasoned flour mixture.
• Heat oil at 350°F (180°C).
• Fry shrimp for a few minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
• Serve with your favorite dipping sauce.
• Enjoy!

POPCORN SHRIMP

Steps:

• Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
• Place flour in a bowl. Whisk egg and milk in another bowl. Combine bread crumbs, salt, basil, parsley, garlic powder, and onion powder in a third bowl.
• Gently press shrimp into flour to coat and shake off excess. Dip into egg mixture and press into bread crumbs. Gently toss between your hands so any bread crumbs that haven't stuck can fall away. Place the breaded shrimp onto a plate while breading the rest; do not stack.
• Deep fry breaded shrimp in preheated oil until golden brown, 3 to 4 minutes. Transfer shrimp to a paper towel-lined platter to drain.

CAJUN POPCORN SHRIMP SANDWICHES

Steps:

• In a bowl, combine butter, garlic powder and Cajun seasoning. Toss with shrimp. Prepare shrimp according to package directions for baking. , Combine the mayonnaise, pepper sauce, relish and mustard. Spread into warmed pitas. Fill pitas with shrimp, lettuce and tomato slices.

AIR FRYER POPCORN SHRIMP

Steps:

• Place shrimp in a large bowl. Sprinkle flour over the top and toss until shrimp are evenly coated in flour. Beat egg in a separate bowl. Combine panko bread crumbs, paprika, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a third bowl.
• Dip each flour-coated shrimp in egg, toss in panko mixture, and place on a baking sheet. Let rest for 5 minutes while the air fryer is preheating.
• Preheat air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) for 5 minutes.
• Spray the basket of the air fryer with cooking spray. Arrange 1/2 of the shrimp in the basket. Mist the top of each shrimp with cooking spray.
• Cook for 4 minutes. Using tongs, flip each shrimp over and mist any chalky spots with cooking spray. Cook 4 minutes more. Repeat with remaining shrimp.

POPCORN SHRIMP WITH CHILI-LIME DIPPING SAUCE

Steps:

• Dipping sauce:
• If using regular yogurt, place it in a strainer lined with a paper towel. Place the strainer over a bowl and allow to drain and thicken for 20 minutes.
• Combine the thickened or Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lime juice, ancho chili powder and lime zest in a small bowl and mix well to incorporate. Set aside.
• Prepare the Shrimp:
• Place flour, chili powder, garlic powder and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a shallow bowl and stir with a fork to incorporate. Place egg whites in another shallow bowl and beat lightly. Place cornmeal, 1/4 teaspoon salt and pepper in a third bowl and stir with a fork to incorporate. Toss the shrimp, a few at a time, in flour until well coated. Shake off excess flour, then dip in egg whites. Transfer to cornmeal mixture and toss to cover all sides. Reserve coated shrimp on a baking sheet or piece of parchment paper and repeat with remaining shrimp.
• Preheat broiler. Brush a large cookie sheet with the oil and heat the oiled sheet under broiler for 3 minutes. Remove from oven and quickly arrange shrimp in a single layer on the cookie sheet. Spray with cooking spray. Place shrimp under broiler and broil until crisp and browned, about 5 minutes.
• Serve shrimp with dipping sauce.

POPCORN SHRIMP TACOS WITH CABBAGE SLAW

Steps:

• In a small bowl, combine coleslaw mix, cilantro, lime juice, honey, salt and, if desired, jalapeno; toss to coat. Set aside., Preheat air fryer to 375°. In a shallow bowl, whisk eggs and milk. Place flour in a separate shallow bowl. In a third shallow bowl, mix panko, cumin and garlic powder. Dip shrimp in flour to coat both sides; shake off excess. Dip in egg mixture, then in panko mixture, patting to help coating adhere., In batches, arrange shrimp in a single layer in greased air-fryer basket; spritz with cooking spray. Cook until golden brown, 2-3 minutes. Turn; spritz with cooking spray. Cook until golden brown and shrimp turn pink, 2-3 minutes longer., Serve shrimp in tortillas with coleslaw mix and avocado.

POPCORN SHRIMP SALAD

Steps:

• Make the dressing: Whisk the mayonnaise, cornichons and their liquid, mustard, hot sauce, and salt and pepper to taste in a bowl.
• Prepare the salad: Halve the shrimp lengthwise. Whisk the egg and 2 tablespoons water in a medium bowl. In another bowl, whisk the flour, Cajun seasoning and 2 teaspoons salt.
• Heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil in a deep skillet until a deep-fry thermometer registers 350 degrees. (A piece of shrimp will sizzle on contact.) Dip each shrimp in the egg mixture, then dredge in the flour mixture. Working in batches, fry the shrimp until crisp and golden, turning once, about 2 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on a paper-towel-lined plate; season with salt.
• Toss the romaine, tomato, onion and bell pepper with the dressing in a large bowl; season with salt and pepper. Divide the salad among plates and scatter the shrimp on top.

EAST MEETS WEST POPCORN SHRIMP SALAD

Steps:

• Prepare the shrimp according to package directions and keep warm. Place slaw mix, oranges, water chestnuts and sesame seeds in a medium bowl. Pour dressing over mixture and toss to coat. Spoon slaw mixture on a serving platter and arrange shrimp on top of salad. Food Safety Statement: - Keep frozen until ready to prepare. - Due to differences in appliances, cooking times may vary and require adjustment. - Microwaving not recommended. - For food safety this product must be cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F - Caution - Product will be hot!

ALMOST-FAMOUS POPCORN SHRIMP

Steps:

• Mix 3 cups ice water, the granulated sugar and 1 teaspoon salt in a medium bowl. Add the shrimp and set aside 15 minutes, then drain well and pat dry. Dry the bowl; return the shrimp to the bowl and toss with 1/2 teaspoon Cajun seasoning.
• Whisk the flour, cornstarch, confectioners' sugar, the remaining 1 1/2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning and the beer in a large bowl to make a smooth batter. Add the shrimp, pepperoncini and roasted peppers and stir until evenly coated.
• Heat 2 inches of vegetable oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat until a deep-fry thermometer registers 350 degrees F. Working in batches, remove the shrimp, pepperoncini and roasted peppers from the batter with a slotted spoon, transfer to the hot oil and fry until golden, about 3 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels; season with salt. Serve with lemon wedges, cocktail sauce and/or tartar sauce.

POPCORN ROCK SHRIMP WITH SPICY HONEY

Steps:

• Chuck Hughes' golden popcorn rock shrimp served with spicy honey are the perfect game day appetizer.
• For the spicy honey: In a saucepan, on medium heat, bring the honey, garlic, peppercorn, chili flakes, smoked paprika, and salt to a boil and let simmer for 2 minutes. Let cool, strain and transfer to a squeezable bottle. Keep aside.
• For the popcorn shrimp: Preheat the deep-fat fryer to 360 degrees F.
• In a bowl, mix together the cornstarch, flour, salt and pepper. Place the eggs in a bowl add the shrimp and coat. Remove the shrimp, letting the excess egg drip back into the bowl, then add the shrimp to the cornstarch mixture. Gently add to the fryer, turning until golden. Drain on paper towels and season with salt and pepper.
• Serve immediately after frying and drizzle with the spicy honey and garnish with lemon wedges.

CAJUN POPCORN SHRIMP

Steps:

• Rinse shrimp in cold water.
• Drain well and set aside in a cool place until needed.
• Using a fork, whisk together the eggs and dry white wine in a small bowl, then set aside in a cool place.
• In a mixing bowl, combine the cornmeal, flour, chives, garlic, thyme, salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper.
• Gradually whisk in the egg mixture, blending well.
• Cover the batter and then let stand for about 1 hour at room temperature.
• Heat 2 to 3 inches of oil in a large frying pan or deep-fryer to 375 degrees.
• Dip the shrimp into the batter and fry in small batches for 2 to 3 minutes, turning to color evenly until golden brown.
• Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
• Serve hot with your favorite dip.

POPCORN SHRIMP SALAD

Steps:

• Make the dressing: Whisk the mayonnaise, cornichons and their liquid, mustard, hot sauce, and salt and pepper to taste in a bowl.
• Prepare the salad: Halve the shrimp lengthwise. Whisk the egg and 2 tablespoons water in a medium bowl. In another bowl, whisk the flour, Cajun seasoning and 2 teaspoons salt.
• Heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil in a deep skillet until a deep-fry thermometer registers 350 degrees. (A piece of shrimp will sizzle on contact.) Dip each shrimp in the egg mixture, then dredge in the flour mixture. Working in batches, fry the shrimp until crisp and golden, turning once, about 2 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on a paper-towel-lined plate; season with salt.
• Toss the romaine, tomato, onion and bell pepper with the dressing in a large bowl; season with salt and pepper. Divide the salad among plates and scatter the shrimp on top.

CRISPY POPCORN SHRIMP

Steps:

• Combine flour, seafood seasoning, and dill in a shallow dish.
• Mix eggs and milk together in a separate dish.
• Combine fish-shaped cheese crackers, oyster crackers, Italian seasoning, oregano, and cayenne pepper in another dish.
• Dip shrimp into the flour mixture, coat in the egg mixture, and dip into the cracker mixture.
• Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
• Cook shrimp in the hot oil until crispy and golden-brown, 4 to 5 minutes.

CHEESY POPCORN SHRIMP POTATO NESTS

Steps:

• Position oven racks in the middle and lower third of the oven and preheat to 425 degrees F. Generously spray a 24-cup mini muffin tin with nonstick cooking spray.
• Put the hash browns in a medium bowl, add the eggs and toss with a fork to coat. Divide the mixture among the cups of the prepared muffin tin (about 2 tablespoons per cup). Use the back of a tablespoon measure to gently press the hash browns around the bottom and sides to form a thin layer with some shaggy bits sticking up and out of the cups. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
• Bake the hash brown cups on the top rack for 20 minutes, then rotate the muffin tin from front to back. Spread the popcorn shrimp in a single layer on a baking sheet and put on the bottom rack. Continue to bake until the hash brown cups are golden brown on the ends and crispy and the shrimp are warmed through and crispy, about 10 minutes for the shrimp and 10 to 15 minutes for the hash browns.
• Meanwhile, melt the butter in a small pot over medium heat. Add the flour and cook, whisking, until it begins to foam, about 2 minutes. Whisk in the warm milk and bring to a simmer; simmer until thickened, 1 to 2 minutes. Remove from the heat and stir in the Cheddar until completely melted into the sauce. Stir in the broccoli and 1/2 teaspoon salt and place over low heat to warm through.
• When ready to serve, arrange the hash brown cups on a serving platter. Spoon about 1 heaping tablespoon of the broccoli cheese sauce into the center of each cup. Top with 1 or 2 pieces of popcorn shrimp.

BAKED POPCORN SHRIMP

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
• In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and half-and-half.
• In a separate small bowl, combine the bread crumbs, cheese and pepper.
• Dip each shrimp in egg mixture and then coat with bread crumb mixture.
• Place on a foil-lined baking sheet.
• Discard leftover egg mixture and bread crumb mixture.
• Bake shrimp for 7 to 9 minutes or until shrimp are pink and no longer translucent.

POPCORN SHRIMP PO' BOY

Steps:

• Cook the shrimp according to the package instructions.
• Meanwhile, add the butter, garlic and 1/2 teaspoon salt to a small pot over low heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the garlic softens and toasts slightly, about 10 minutes.
• Finely chop 1/3 cup of the pickles and whisk together with the sour cream, mayonnaise, hot sauce, 1/2 teaspoon salt and several grinds black pepper in a small bowl.
• Slice the bread in half lengthwise, leaving one of the long sides connected, and open the loaf like a book. Hollow out the middle of the bread about 1/4 inch deep, saving the crumbs for another use. Spread the mayonnaise mixture over the bread, layer on the lettuce, tomato and remaining 2/3 cup pickle chips and top with the cooked shrimp. Stir the parsley into the butter mixture and drizzle over the sandwich. Top with a couple dashes hot sauce. Close the sandwich and cut into 4 portions. Serve with potato chips on the side.

BACON WRAPPED COCONUT QUICHE AND COCONUT POPCORN SHRIMP

Steps:

• 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease bottom of a muffin baking pan with 6 cups with non-stick cooking spray. Put flour into a shallow plate. Beat 1 egg into a bowl. Put panko and cornmeal into another shallow plate and mix to combine.
• 2. Pat shrimp dry with paper towels and season with salt and black pepper.
• 3. Make filling. In a blender, put coconut milk and corn. Puree until almost smooth (some small texture is still remained for texture).Transfer the mixture into another bowl. Add 2 eggs and Parmesan cheese to the bowl and whisk to combine. Season with salt and black pepper.
• 4. Cook bacon in a non-stick skillet over medium heat until lightly browned flipping once. Drain on paper towels.
• 5. Place each bacon along sides of each muffin cup. Pour the filling into each cup evenly. Bake in the oven for 23-25 minutes or until center of the quiche is almost set.
• 6. In the meantime, make coconut popcorn shrimp. Peel, divined and remove tail from each shrimp and pat dry with paper towels .Dredge shrimp in flour, dip in the egg and coat with cornmeal mixture. In a deep skillet, heat coconut oil to medium high. Work in batches. Deep fry shrimp until cooked through and golden brown (add more oil from second batch if necessary). Drain on paper towels lined plate.
• 7. When the quiche is baked, remove the pan from the oven and put popcorn shrimp on each quiche (2 shrimp for each), return the pan into the oven and bake in the oven for another 2 minutes. Let rest on a rack for 5 minutes.
• 8. In the meantime, make cocktail sauce. In a small bowl, mix together ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, soy sauce and Tabasco.
• 9. To serve, remove each quiche from the pan and place on each serving plate. Drizzle the cocktail sauce over the popcorn shrimp. Sprinkle with coconut flakes over the top.

POPCORN SHRIMP POPCORN

Steps:

• Heat 2 tablespoons of the oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat until shimmering and almost smoking. Carefully add the popcorn kernels to the pot. Cover the pot with the lid slightly ajar and heat, shaking periodically, until all the kernels have popped. Set the cooked popcorn aside.
• Meanwhile, soak the ramen noodles in warm water until softened, about 4 minutes. Separate the ramen noodles and pat dry. Heat the remaining 3 tablespoons oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering and almost smoking, about 2 minutes. Spread about a third of the ramen noodles in an even layer in the skillet. Fry until the bottom side is crispy, about 3 minutes. Carefully flip the ramen noodles with a spatula and continue to cook until the other side is crispy, another 2 minutes. Transfer the crispy ramen noodles with a slotted spoon to drain on a paper towel-lined plate. Repeat this process 2 more times with the remaining ramen noodles. Break the crispy noodles into small pieces.
• In a large bowl, toss together the popcorn, ramen noodles, popcorn shrimp and wasabi peas. Season to taste with the flavor packets that came with the ramen noodles.

POPCORN ROCK SHRIMP WITH SPICY HONEY

Steps:

• For the spicy honey:.
• In a saucepan, on medium heat, bring the honey, garlic, peppercorn, chili flakes, smoked paprika, and salt to a boil and let simmer for 2 minutes. Let cool, strain and transfer to a squeezable bottle. Keep aside.
• For the popcorn shrimp:.
• Preheat the deep-fat fryer to 360 degrees F.
• In a bowl, mix together the cornstarch, flour, salt and pepper. Place the eggs in a bowl add the shrimp and coat. Remove the shrimp, letting the excess egg drip back into the bowl, then add the shrimp to the cornstarch mixture. Gently add to the fryer, turning until golden. Drain on paper towels and season with salt and pepper.
• Serve immediately after frying and drizzle with the spicy honey and garnish with lemon wedges.