CRISPY SHRIMP POPPERS

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This is a recipe from the August/September 2008 issue of taste of home. Great for entertaining and parties! A little time consuming to prepare, but worth it!

Provided by Shelby Jo

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 45m

Yield 20 appetizers

Number Of Ingredients 6

20 uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
10 slices bacon, strips
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 eggs, lightly beaten
2 cups panko breadcrumbs

Steps:

  • Butterfly the shrimp along the outside curves.
  • Spread about 1 teaspoon cream cheese inside each shrimp.
  • Cut bacon strips in half lengthwise, wrap a piece around each shrimp and secure with toothpicks.
  • In three separate shallow bowls, place the flour, eggs, and bread crumbs.
  • Coat the shrimp with flour, dip into eggs, then coat with bread crumbs.
  • In an electric skillet or deep fat fryer, heat oil to 375°F.
  • Fry shrimp, a few at a time, for 3-4 minutes or until golden brown.
  • Drain on paper towels.
  • Discard toothpicks before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 114.6, Fat 4.9, SaturatedFat 2, Cholesterol 35.1, Sodium 171.8, Carbohydrate 12.9, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 0.9, Protein 4.3

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