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Fried Shrimp and Fries

Crispy golden fried shrimp served with hot french fries and a creamy dipping sauce. A satisfying weeknight dinner that comes together in about 40 minutes.

Total time
40 min
Servings
4
Calories
650
Protein
30g
Fried Shrimp and Fries
comfort foodamericanshrimpcrispycrunchyweeknightmain coursedinner

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Preheat oven to 425°F. Spread the 1 pound frozen fries on a baking sheet and bake until golden and crisp, about 20-25 minutes, shaking halfway.

  2. Step 2

    While fries bake, set up three shallow bowls: 0.5 cup flour, 2 beaten eggs, and 1 cup panko. Pat the 1 pound shrimp dry with paper towels.

  3. Step 3

    Heat 1 cup vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high until shimmering, about 2 minutes. Test with a breadcrumb—it should sizzle immediately.

  4. Step 4

    Dredge each shrimp in flour, then egg, then panko, pressing gently to coat. Work in batches to avoid crowding the pan.

  5. Step 5

    Fry shrimp in the hot oil until golden brown and cooked through, about 2-3 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.

  6. Step 6

    Mix 0.5 cup mayonnaise with juice of half the lemon. Serve shrimp and fries with the sauce and remaining lemon wedges.

  7. Step 7

    Season hot shrimp and fries with salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately.

Tools you’ll need

  • baking sheet
  • large skillet
  • shallow bowls
  • paper towels

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