CRACKER BREADED DEEP-FRIED SHRIMP

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Make certain to crush the crackers to an smaller coarse texture do not crush to a fine texture. Leave the tails on the shrimp intact for this. If you are using the unsalted crackers, then adjust the seasoned salt to taste. This shrimp is better than any served at a fancy restaurant!

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Brunch

Time 22m

Yield 2 1/2 pounds shrimp

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 lbs unpeeled large raw shrimp
27 Ritz crackers, crushed (about 1-1/2 cups, or use a similar butter cracker)
1/2 cup flour
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 1/2 teaspoons seasoning salt
1/2 cup buttermilk
2 -3 drops Tabasco sauce (to taste)
1 large egg, slightly beaten
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
vegetable oil (for frying)

Steps:

  • Peel the shrimp, devein and leave the tails on .
  • In a bowl mix together the crushed Ritz crackers, flour, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper and seasoned salt.
  • In another bowl mix/whisk together the buttermilk and egg, Tabasco and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper until well combined.
  • Holding the shrimp by the tail dip the shrimp into the buttermilk mixture, then dredge into the cracker mixture.
  • Pour about 3 inches of oil into a large deep heavy-duty skillet or a cast-iron skillet (or use a deep fryer) heat oil to 375 degrees.
  • Holding the shrimp by the tail carefully place the shrimp into hot oil.
  • Fry in batches for about 1-2 minutes or until golden brown.
  • Drain on a wire rack with paper towels under the rack (do not place the cooked shrimp directly onto the paper towels or they will become soft).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 696.1, Fat 16.9, SaturatedFat 3.5, Cholesterol 638.6, Sodium 887.9, Carbohydrate 47.4, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 5.3, Protein 83

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