Osteen's Fried Shrimp Recipe
This Osteen’s Fried Shrimp recipe brings the famous Florida seafood favorite right into your kitchen. The shrimp are light, crispy, and perfectly seasoned, making every bite a treat.
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined (leave tails on if you like)
- 1 cup self-rising flour
- 1 cup yellow cornmeal
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon paprika optional
- 1 cup buttermilk or whole milk
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Rinse the shrimp under cold water, then pat dry with paper towels. This helps the coating stick better.
- In a shallow bowl, combine flour, cornmeal, salt, pepper, and paprika (if using). Mix well so the seasoning is even.
- Pour the buttermilk into another bowl. Dip each shrimp into the buttermilk, then dredge in the flour-cornmeal mixture, pressing lightly so it sticks. Place coated shrimp on a plate.
- In a deep skillet or cast-iron pan, pour in about 2 inches of vegetable oil. Heat to 350°F (175°C). Test by dropping in a bit of coating — it should sizzle immediately.
- Fry shrimp in batches (don’t overcrowd) for about 2–3 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon.
- Place fried shrimp on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve hot with cocktail sauce, tartar sauce, or lemon wedges.