Crispy Shrimp Poppers
Get ready to indulge in the ultimate bite-sized delight with these Crispy Shrimp Poppers—perfectly golden, crunchy morsels that pack a punch of flavor with every bite! Featuring tender shrimp dipped in a spiced batter made with garlic powder, paprika, and a hint of cayenne, and then coated in crunchy panko breadcrumbs, these poppers are fried to perfection for a light and airy crisp. The secret to their irresistible texture lies in the use of cold sparkling water, which ensures a batter that's both light and crispy. Ready in just 30 minutes, these shrimp poppers are the ideal appetizer, party snack, or game-day treat. Serve them hot with a squeeze of fresh lime for a zesty finish that complements their savory, golden goodness. Perfect for seafood lovers, these fried shrimp poppers are sure to become your new favorite crowd-pleaser!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 100 grams all-purpose flour
- 50 grams cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 200 milliliters sparkling water or club soda (cold)
- 150 grams panko breadcrumbs
- 500 milliliters oil (for frying)
- 4 pieces lime wedges (for serving)
Instructions
Rinse the shrimp under cold water, pat them dry with paper towels, and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, garlic powder, paprika, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper.
Gradually add the cold sparkling water to the dry ingredients while whisking until a smooth batter forms. The batter should have the consistency of pancake batter—adjust with more sparkling water or flour if needed.
Pour the panko breadcrumbs into a shallow dish.
Heat the oil in a deep frying pan or medium-sized pot over medium heat until it reaches 175°C (350°F). Use a kitchen thermometer to ensure consistent frying temperature.
Dip each shrimp into the batter, allowing excess to drip off, then coat it in the panko breadcrumbs thoroughly.
Carefully place 6-8 shrimp at a time into the hot oil without overcrowding the pan. Fry for 2-3 minutes, or until the shrimp are golden brown and crispy.
Using a slotted spoon, remove the shrimp poppers from the oil and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Repeat with the remaining shrimp until all are cooked.
Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the shrimp poppers.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6091 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 512.4 g | 657% | |
| Saturated Fat | 71.5 g | 358% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 976 mg | 326% | |
| Sodium | 4793 mg | 208% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 249.5 g | 91% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.6 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.6 g | ||
| Protein | 153.0 g | 306% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 283 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 14.1 mg | 78% | |
| Potassium | 1535 mg | 33% | |
*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.
