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Beer Batter Shrimp Recipe

Fall in love with this incredibly easy recipe for light and crispy beer battered shrimp! Forget heavy, soggy batter – this recipe delivers perfectly tender shrimp with a delicate, flavorful coating. Serve with your favorite dipping sauces: cocktail sauce, zesty lemon butter, or creamy tartar sauce. A crowd-pleasing favorite perfected over 20 years, this recipe is guaranteed to become your go-to for fried shrimp.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 33 mins
Calories 384.4 kcal
Protein 99g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Beer Batter Shrimp

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Ingredients for Beer Batter Shrimp

  • 1 pound peeled and deveined shrimp
  • Light Beer
  • Plain Flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • Vegetable oil, enough for deep frying

How to Make Beer Batter Shrimp

  1. In a large mixing bowl, pour 1 cup of beer (any light beer works well).
  2. Add 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon paprika.
  3. Whisk vigorously until the batter is light and frothy. Do not overmix.
  4. Gently add 1 pound of peeled and deveined shrimp to the beer batter, ensuring each shrimp is coated.
  5. Heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil in a large skillet or deep fryer to 350°F (175°C).
  6. Carefully add shrimp to the hot oil, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
  7. Remove shrimp with a slotted spoon and place on a wire rack or paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
  8. Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauces. Enjoy!

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

86 g

Sugar

1g

Fat

4g

Carbs

9g

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60 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Main Ingredient Preparation Healthy Seafood Low Fat Shrimp Dietary Low Saturated Fat Low Calorie Low Carb Low In Something Shellfish