05/23/2025
Bubba Gump Shrimp 🍤🦐
Ingredients:
* 1.5 lbs (680g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
* 1/2 cup (115g) all-purpose flour
* 1 tsp (5g) paprika
* 1 tsp (5g) garlic powder
* 1/2 tsp (2.5g) onion powder
* 1/4 tsp (1.25g) cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
* 1/2 tsp (2.5g) salt
* 1/4 tsp (1.25g) black pepper
* 1 cup (240ml) buttermilk
* 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
* Vegetable oil, for frying
* 1 lemon, cut into wedges, for serving
Directions:
1. In a shallow dish, whisk together the flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and pepper.
2. In another shallow dish, whisk together the buttermilk and eggs.
3. Heat about 1 inch (2.5 cm) of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. The oil is ready when a small drop of batter sizzles immediately.
4. Dip each shrimp into the buttermilk mixture, ensuring it's fully coated, then dredge in the flour mixture, pressing gently to adhere. Shake off any excess flour.
5. Carefully place the breaded shrimp into the hot oil, working in batches to avoid overcrowding the skillet. Fry for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. The shrimp should be pink and opaque.
6. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and place them on a wire rack or paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
7. Serve immediately with lemon wedges for squeezing over the shrimp.
Nutritional Information:
⏰ Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes
🔥 Kcal: Approximately 250 kcal per serving (depending on oil absorption) | 🍽️ Servings: 4 servings