Camaron Frito Belize Shrimp
Dive into the irresistible flavors of the Caribbean with Camaron Frito Belize Shrimp, a crispy and golden delight that’s perfect for seafood lovers. This Belizean-inspired recipe combines succulent shrimp marinated in a zesty blend of lime juice, garlic, cumin, and paprika, then coated in a crunchy mixture of flour, cornmeal, and cayenne for a subtle kick of heat. Quickly fried to golden perfection, these shrimp are tender on the inside and satisfyingly crisp on the outside. Ready in just 30 minutes, this dish is ideal for a quick weeknight dinner or as a crowd-pleasing appetizer. Serve with lime wedges, hot sauce, or your favorite dipping sauce for an authentic taste of Belizean cuisine. Indulge your senses with this easy-to-make yet flavor-packed seafood recipe!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup cornmeal
- 0.5 teaspoons cayenne pepper
- 2 cups vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
In a large bowl, combine the lime juice, minced garlic, ground cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Add the shrimp and toss to coat evenly. Let the shrimp marinate for 10 minutes.
In a separate shallow dish, mix the all-purpose flour, cornmeal, and cayenne pepper.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or deep pan over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). If you don't have a thermometer, test the oil by dropping in a small piece of the flour mixture; it should sizzle immediately.
Dredge each marinated shrimp in the flour and cornmeal mixture, shaking off any excess coating.
Carefully place the coated shrimp into the hot oil in small batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan.
Fry the shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side or until golden brown and crispy.
Remove the shrimp with a slotted spoon and transfer them to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Serve the Camaron Frito immediately with a side of lime wedges, hot sauce, or your favorite dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5400 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 480.9 g | 617% | |
| Saturated Fat | 69.0 g | 345% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 976 mg | 326% | |
| Sodium | 3325 mg | 145% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 182.8 g | 66% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.5 g | 45% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.4 g | ||
| Protein | 141.1 g | 282% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 260 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 12.6 mg | 70% | |
| Potassium | 1781 mg | 38% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
