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Beer-Battered Fried Shrimp

Golden brown, crispy, and completely addictive, this recipe is perfect for dipping in tartar sauce. The batter mixes up ahead of time and they cook in just a few minutes. Makes approximately 8 servings.
Prep Time:5 minutes
Cook Time:3 minutes
Rest Time:2 hours
Total Time:2 hours 8 minutes

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 12 ounces beer
  • 1½ cups flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon pepper
  • 1 teaspoon cajun seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 2 pounds large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1 quart peanut oil for frying

For Serving

  • fresh lemon
  • parsley
  • tartar sauce

Instructions

  • Make the batter. In a large bowl, combine the beer, flour, salt, pepper, Cajun seasoning, and Dijon mustard and let it sit at room temperature for 2-3 hours.
  • Dip and fry. In a deep fryer or Dutch oven, preheat the oil to 375℉. Pat the shrimp dry. Dip the shrimp in the batter and fry at 375°F for approximately 2 to 3 minutes. They will be deep golden brown when done. Drain on paper towels.

Notes

If you don't have Cajun seasoning, just use 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder and paprika, then add a pinch of cayenne pepper.

Nutrition

Calories: 186kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 143mg | Sodium: 942mg | Potassium: 173mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 328IU | Vitamin C: 0.01mg | Calcium: 68mg | Iron: 1mg
Servings: 8
Calories: 186kcal
Author: Katie Shaw