Fried Shrimp

By RoketJSquerl

Ingredients

• 36 Medium Shrimp, peeled and divined
• 1/2 Cup Cracker Crumbs
• 1 Cup Panko Bread Crumbs
• 1 Teaspoon Paprika
• 1 Cup Flour
• Salt and Pepper
• 1 Cup Buttermilk
• 1 Egg
• 1 Dash Hot Sauce
• 1 Teaspoon Cayenne Pepper, divided
• Oil for Frying

Preparation

Step 1

Combine the cracker crumbs, panko, and paprika in a medium bowl. In a second bowl combine the buttermilk, egg, hot sauce and 1/2 teaspoon of the cayenne pepper. Mix well. In a third bowl combine the flour, remaining cayenne pepper, salt and pepper. Mix well. Pat the shrimp dry. Dredge first in the flour, patting off the excess, then dip into the buttermilk mixture and allow the excess to drip off. Last, roll in the breadcrumbs. Allow to sit for ten minutes before frying. Heat the oil to 375F, making sure that the oil is three inches from the top of your pan. Cook until golden brown, about three minutes. Serve hot, with dipping sauces.