Deep Fried Shrimp Bites
Crispy, golden, and utterly irresistible, these Deep Fried Shrimp Bites are a seafood lover’s dream! Perfectly seasoned with a blend of garlic powder, paprika, and black pepper, each bite bursts with flavor and crunch thanks to a light, bubbly batter made with cold sparkling water. The shrimp are fried to perfection in hot oil, ensuring a beautifully crisp texture without being overly greasy. Garnished with fresh parsley and served with zesty lemon wedges, these shrimp bites make the ultimate appetizer, snack, or dinner party dish. Ready in just 25 minutes, these easy fried shrimp bites will quickly become a crowd-pleasing favorite at any gathering.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 120 grams All-purpose flour
- 60 grams Cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 180 milliliters Cold sparkling water
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 liter Vegetable oil (for frying)
- 4 pieces Lemon wedges (for serving)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to evenly incorporate the dry ingredients.
Slowly pour in the cold sparkling water while whisking continuously. Mix until you achieve a smooth batter with no lumps. Avoid overmixing.
Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
Heat the vegetable oil in a deep fryer or a heavy-bottomed pot to 180°C (350°F). Use a thermometer to maintain the correct temperature.
Dip each shrimp into the batter, ensuring it is fully coated. Let any excess batter drip off before carefully lowering it into the hot oil.
Fry the shrimp in batches, being careful not to overcrowd the pot. Cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the shrimp are golden brown and crispy.
Use a slotted spoon to remove the shrimp from the oil and transfer them to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Repeat until all the shrimp are fried.
Garnish the fried shrimp bites with chopped parsley and serve immediately with lemon wedges for an extra burst of flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
9003 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 917.1 g | 1176% | |
| Saturated Fat | 131.4 g | 657% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 976 mg | 326% | |
| Sodium | 3770 mg | 164% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 160.1 g | 58% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.7 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.6 g | ||
| Protein | 134.2 g | 268% | |
| Vitamin D | 22.4 mcg | 112% | |
| Calcium | 261 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 8.9 mg | 49% | |
| Potassium | 1702 mg | 36% | |
*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.
