Fried Shrimp with Lemon and Aioli

Step 1

Pat the 1 lb shrimp dry with paper towels. In a shallow bowl, beat the 1 egg. Place the 0.5 cup flour in another shallow bowl. Season both with salt and pepper.

Step 2

Heat 0.25 cup vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, about 2 minutes. While oil heats, dip each shrimp into the egg, then dredge in flour, shaking off excess.

Step 3

Working in batches to avoid crowding, fry the shrimp until golden and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels to drain.

Step 4

In a small bowl, mix the 0.25 cup mayonnaise with the juice of half the lemon and a pinch of salt to make the aioli. Cut the remaining lemon half into wedges.

Step 5

Serve the fried shrimp with the aioli, lemon wedges, and 2 cups mixed greens on the side. Squeeze extra lemon over the shrimp if desired.