Crispy Herbed Shrimp (Cooking Light)

By KDCooks

Healthier "shallow pan fried" shrimp

Ingredients

• 3/4 cup panko (Japanese breadcrumbs), divided
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
• 2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme
• 1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 2 large egg whites, lightly beaten
• 1 1/2 pounds large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Preparation

Step 1

1. Combine 1/4 cup panko, parsley, thyme, and crushed red pepper in a mini food processor; pulse to combine. Combine herb mixture with remaining 1/2 cup panko in a shallow dish. Place cornstarch and egg whites in separate shallow dishes. Sprinkle shrimp with salt and black pepper. Dredge half of shrimp in cornstarch, shaking off excess; dip into egg whites. Dredge shrimp in panko mixture; press to adhere. Repeat procedure with remaining shrimp.

2. Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon oil to pan; swirl to coat. Add half of shrimp to pan; cook 3 minutes on each side or until done. Repeat with remaining oil and shrimp.