Southern Fried Shrimp Recipe {Guest Post} - B Honest Media (2024)

Guest Post: Today’s Guest Post is from my college friend Jessica Ambrose. We became fast friends because we had the same name and are from the same state, NC! Jessica is the founder of The Redheaded Princess where she shares her delicious recipes with step-by-step instruction and fun craft tutorials. Today she’s sharing a yummy Southern Friend Shrimp recipe which makes me long for the ocean.

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Southern Fried Shrimp

Okay, so in case you didn’t know it, I grew up on the Outer Banks of North Carolina, a small southern area right next to the ocean. My Pop Pop was a fishermen and a couple of my uncles were too. So naturally, we had our abundance of fresh seafood. I was definitely spoiled when it came to that area. I remember my Pop Pop had a shrimpin’ boat by his house (which was right on the water). For a time, my sister and I stayed with them and one evening during our stay he and my Grandma Emma took us out for about a twenty minutes. I don’t remember how long it really was, I was 11 and it wasn’t a very long time…we were hungry ☺ When we came back, Grandma made us some (for real) fresh shrimp. Talk about delicious! I loved her seafood, though she wasn’t a southerner (she was from Canada) she cooked some amazing things (some not so amazing…that story for another day:) ) Well, I wish I would’ve gotten her recipe before she passed but I was a young newlywed and didn’t think of it. So for a few years, I tried different recipes for Fried Shrimp and I was usually disappointed. The reason being that the recipes I tried were either too thick and took forever to cook making the shrimp taste rubbery and overcooked since they were made with egg and egg batters take longer to be fully cooked. OR the batter wouldn’t stick and ended up falling off the shrimp. Consequently, I had quite a few failures UNTIL, I found THIS recipe from one of my favorites, Paula Deen. It’s such a great recipe! The breading is light and flaky and has just the right amount of flavor. The only thing different is that I just use vegetable oil or canola oil for frying and I cut down the pepper. My girls liked it, except they kept saying that their mouths were burning. Needless to say, they drank ALL of their milk that night and then some, LOL. Well, I hope you enjoy this recipe and though I cannot take all the credit, it has become a staple in my Recipe Book. Enjoy!

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Ingredients

1 cup milk

1 cup buttermilk

1 cup hot sauce

2 cups self-rising flour IMG(SFS2)Small

1/4 cup self-rising cornmeal

1 tablespoons coarse ground black pepper

3 tablespoons salt

2 pounds medium shrimp, peeled and deveined

Canola or vegetable oil, for frying

Directions

Preheat oil to 375 degrees F. I actually used a thermometer this time, because my oil was way too preheated and I ended up burning some of the shrimp. I’ll show you later…

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Next, I peeled the shrimp (tail and all) because it’s easier with kids and my DH to just have them already peeled so when it’s time to eat, Mommy can enjoy her dinner in peace… 🙂 I drained them then laid them out on a paper towel and patted dry.

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Line a baking tray with paper towels and set aside. In a shallow baking dish, whisk together milk, buttermilk and Texas Pete. Tip* If you don’t have buttermilk, then pour a cup of milk in a measuring cup, then add a tablespoon of vinegar and let sit for 5 minutes. I prefer to use the real thing, so I usually have it in my fridge, but if I forget, I’ve used this and it worked fine.

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In a separate shallow baking dish, whisk together flour, cornmeal, pepper and salt. Make sure your shrimp are dry and dredge in the dry mixture first,

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Then dip them in the wet mixture and finally the dry mixture again. Shake off excess between each dredging.

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Deep-fry in batches, but do not overload the fryer. Fry for 2 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from oil with a slotted spoon and drain on the paper towel lined baking tray. So as I mentioned earlier, my oil was too hot. Here’s what happened to my shrimp 🙁 BUT, thermometer to the rescue! I lowered the heat, inserted the thermometer and just waited till the temperature got back to 275 degrees Fahrenheit. Then it only takes 2 minutes. I actually love to make shrimp on a weeknight because it’s such a quick cooking meal. I will usually have some broccoli steaming as I’m prepping and cooking and I fry up some hushpuppies in the same oil as the shrimp.

Also, serve with some homemade co*cktail sauce. Just mix ketchup with a little bit of horseradish and a splash of lemon juice and Voila! Delicious co*cktail sauce!

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Jess Ambrose a.k.a The Redheaded Princess is a full-time mother of 3 little princesses, a wife, and a teacher to toddlers. She loves to bake, cook, crochet, read, runand a TON of other stuff. She is a DIYer and if she doesn’t know how to do something she’ll figure it out and probably write about it. She puts a lot of ‘love’ in all that she does and has some pretty awesome recipes too. Shehopes she can inspire others to realize that adding alittle ‘love’ and elbow grease is not so hard and making things special is something their family will cherish forever.

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FAQs

Why do you soak shrimp in milk before frying? ›

Should I Soak My Shrimp? This one comes down to the chef's preference. Some prefer to soak seafood in milk before cooking to keep it from tasting too fishy. If you choose to soak your shrimp, you should do so with whole milk for at least 10 minutes.

How long to reheat fried shrimp in an air fryer? ›

Want crispy results? How to reheat shrimp in the air fryer
  1. Preheat your air fryer to 350°F.
  2. Place the shrimp in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
  3. Cook for about 2 to 4 minutes, turning them halfway through.
  4. Check for doneness by slicing into one shrimp. It should be heated through and no longer cold in the center.
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How to crisp up cooked shrimp? ›

For a crispy and quick solution, the air fryer is your best option. Preheat the air fryer to medium heat. Place the shrimp in a single layer in the air fryer basket, lightly drizzle with olive oil, and air fry for about 5 minutes.

How long should you soak shrimp in milk? ›

Soak the shrimp – In a large bowl, mix together the milk, ½ teaspoon salt, the black pepper, half the granulated garlic, half the paprika, and half of the oregano. Add in the shrimp and let soak for 10 minutes.

Do you rinse shrimp after soaking in milk? ›

Well if you put it in a bowl and add cold milk, cover it and let it sit in the fridge for about a half hour the smell goes away. Then just rinse it off, pat it dry and cook as you normally wood. I have used this trick on haddock, cod, swordfish and shrimp.

How much shrimp do you need per person? ›

The recommended shrimp serving per an average person is three ounces. This translates to 11-12 "medium" shrimp, 8-9 "large" shrimp, or just 3 "colossal" shrimp.

How do you reheat fried shrimp and keep it crispy? ›

Before reheating your seafood, it's important to preheat your oven to the right temperature. This will help to ensure that the seafood cooks evenly and maintains its crispiness. A temperature of 350-375°F is ideal for reheating battered and fried seafood.

Can you put aluminum foil in an air fryer? ›

Foil is safe to use in an air fryer so long as you follow three basic rules: never let foil touch the heating element; make sure the foil is weighted so it doesn't blow around the basket; and avoid contact with acidic ingredients, which can cause the foil to leach onto your food.

Can dogs eat shrimp? ›

When prepared properly, shrimp is safe for dogs and puppies to eat in small portions. Shrimp does contain a high amount of cholesterol and sodium. Make sure that the shrimp is thoroughly cooked, and always remove the shell, veins, and tail. The shells can become a choking hazard or even lead to an intestinal blockage.

Why is my fried shrimp not crispy? ›

If your shrimp are not crispy, it could be because the oil temperature was too low or you overcrowded the pan. Fry the shrimp in small batches and make sure the oil temperature is hot enough for the shrimp to fry evenly and become crispy.

Why add baking soda to shrimp before cooking? ›

Alkaline baking soda slightly alters the pH of the shrimp, making them as plump and succulent as lobster and resistant to overcooking. The brine also causes the meat to pull away from the shells while cooking, so you get all the great flavor of shell-on shrimp without the hassle.

Can you over fry shrimp? ›

The biggest challenge in cooking shrimp is determining when they're done. Undercook and they'll be mushy and translucent; overcook and they'll be rubbery and nearly inedible. The best way to tell when shrimp are cooked through is to look for visual cues: “Watch for the shrimp to curl and turn opaque,” says Kendra.

What does soaking seafood in milk do? ›

Before cooking, soak the fish in milk for 20 minutes

In this scenario, the protein in the milk binds with the compounds that cause that fishy odor, in essence extracting if from the fish.

How do you keep batter from falling off shrimp? ›

How To Get Your Breading To Stick To Your Shrimp. Patting your shrimp dry before coating them in breading is as simple as laying the crustaceans out on a flat surface and dabbing them with a paper towel on both sides.

Why do you soak shrimp before cooking? ›

Most types of shrimp will benefit from the simple, inexpensive process of brining, no matter how you plan on cooking them. Brining is like a marinade but instead of flavoring, it's sole purpose is to keep food tender and moist.

How do you keep shrimp straight when frying? ›

To prevent shrimp from curling during cooking, you can use a few methods and techniques: Butterflying: Butterflying shrimp involves making a lengthwise shallow cut along the back of the shrimp to partially split it open. This helps the shrimp lay flat when cooking.

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