Easy Beer-Battered Shrimp Recipe
This Easy Beer-Battered Shrimp Recipe will have you frying up golden, crispy shrimp in no time. Perfect as an appetizer or main dish, this recipe is both simple and delicious.
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Servings:
Calories: 120kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds shrimp peeled and deveined
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup beer cold, preferably lager
- 1 large egg beaten
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt plus more for seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 4 cups vegetable oil for frying
- lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, garlic powder, and paprika.
- Add beaten egg and cold beer to the dry ingredients, and stir until just combined. The batter will be slightly lumpy.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot or deep fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Dip shrimp into the batter, allowing any excess to drip off, and carefully lower into the hot oil.
- Fry the shrimp in batches, ensuring not to overcrowd the pot, until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per batch.
- Remove shrimp with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Season with additional salt to taste.
- Serve immediately with lemon wedges.
Notes
This beer-battered shrimp is best enjoyed immediately after frying for maximum crispiness. Pair with a dipping sauce, like tartar sauce or cocktail sauce, for added flavor.