Low Sodium Fried Popcorn Shrimp
Delight your taste buds with this crispy and flavorful **Low Sodium Fried Popcorn Shrimp**—a healthier twist on a seafood classic! Perfectly marinated in a tangy buttermilk mixture and coated in a seasoned blend of flour and cornmeal, these bite-sized shrimp deliver crunch and spice without the heavy salt content. Infused with garlic, onion, paprika, and a hint of cayenne pepper, every crispy morsel bursts with bold, savory goodness. Quick and easy to prepare, this recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners, cocktail parties, or game day gatherings. Serve hot with fresh lemon wedges to brighten the flavors and complement the light, golden crust. Enjoy indulgence without compromise!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound small shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup cornmeal
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 egg
- 2 cups vegetable oil or canola oil for frying
- 1 lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions
In a mixing bowl, combine the buttermilk and egg, and whisk until well blended. Add the shrimp to the mixture, ensuring all are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to marinate.
In another large bowl or a shallow dish, mix together the flour, cornmeal, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. This mixture will serve as the coating for the shrimp.
Heat the vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large heavy skillet to 350°F (175°C). Use a thermometer to ensure the oil reaches the correct temperature for frying.
Remove the shrimp from the buttermilk mixture, allowing excess to drip off, and then dredge each shrimp in the flour and cornmeal coating, ensuring each is thoroughly and evenly coated.
Carefully add the coated shrimp to the hot oil in batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry each batch for about 2-3 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
Use a slotted spoon or skimmer to remove the shrimp from the oil and drain on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil.
Serve the low sodium fried popcorn shrimp hot with lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over, which adds a nice citrus brightness without adding sodium.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5590 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 495.7 g | 636% | |
| Saturated Fat | 75.4 g | 377% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1082 mg | 361% | |
| Sodium | 1229 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 193.8 g | 70% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.6 g | 49% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.7 g | ||
| Protein | 143.7 g | 287% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.4 mcg | 22% | |
| Calcium | 538 mg | 41% | |
| Iron | 11.9 mg | 66% | |
| Potassium | 2042 mg | 43% | |
*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.
