Copycat Chili's Crispy Shrimp
This is how to fry up some shrimp. The perfect batter, with the perfect consistency and flavor. Not too light and not too heavy. And perfectly crunchy.
Servings 8
Calories 305kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
For the shrimp
- 2 pounds shrimp large, peeled, deveined (I use 21-25 count shrimp and leave the tails on)
- vegetable oil for frying
- Corn Flakes crumbs
For the batter
- ⅔ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 ⅓ cups cornstarch
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- 6 egg whites
- ⅔ cup water
- 4 tablespoons vegetable oil
Instructions
- Heat at least 3" of oil to 350 F in a deep fryer or Dutch oven.
- Place the Corn Flakes crumbs in a shallow bowl.
- Place all of the batter ingredients into a medium bowl and whisk until smooth.
- Working in batches, coat the shrimp in the batter. Shake off any excess and then roll in the crumbs.
- Fry 2-3 minutes until golden brown, turning once.
Notes
Serve with cocktail sauce or tartar sauce.
Nutrition
Calories: 305kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 27g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 286mg | Sodium: 1093mg | Potassium: 139mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 183mg | Iron: 3mg