Panko Shrimp – These easy crispy panko shrimp are juicy moist from the inside with crunchy coating on the outside can be enjoyed as appetizer or main dish served over salad
Panko Shrimp – What You’ll Need
Shrimp: About 1 pound of medium or large shrimp, peeled and deveined. If you want to save time, you can find them already prepped at the store!
Panko breadcrumbs: The star of the show. Panko’s larger flakes create that irresistible crunch.
Flour: A little all-purpose flour helps the panko stick.
Eggs: These are our binding agent.
Seasonings: I like to keep it simple with salt, pepper, and a touch of garlic powder but feel free to experiment! Paprika or a dash of cayenne adds a nice kick.
Oil for frying: Choose a neutral oil with a high smoke point like vegetable or canola oil.
Recipe Variations
- Add a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes to the seasoning mix.
- Substitute half the panko with sweetened shredded coconut – tropical deliciousness!
- Whisk a little grated Parmesan cheese into the panko for extra savory goodness.
How to Serve This Best Panko Shrimp?
Classic: With cocktail sauce or tartar sauce for dipping.
Asian-inspired: Toss with sweet chili sauce or a drizzle of teriyaki.
Tacos: Load them into tortillas with shredded cabbage and sriracha mayo.
Over salad: A delicious way to add protein to a fresh salad.
Crispy Panko Shrimp – Recipe FAQs
Can I bake panko shrimp instead of frying?
Absolutely! Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Place breaded shrimp on a baking sheet and bake for 10-15 minutes, flipping halfway through.
Any tips for extra crispy shrimp?
Make sure your oil is hot enough before frying and don’t overcrowd the pan – this brings down the oil temperature and can make your shrimp soggy.
What if I don’t have panko?
Regular breadcrumbs work, but the texture won’t be quite as crunchy. For a fun twist, try crushed cornflakes!
Panko Shrimp – Tips and Tricks
Fresh or frozen shrimp? Both work well! If using frozen, thaw them completely and pat dry before breading.
Oil temperature is key: Too low and your shrimp will be greasy, too high and they’ll burn before cooking through.
Serve immediately: These are best enjoyed hot and crispy!
Panko Shrimp (Crispy Fried)
These easy crispy panko shrimp are juicy moist from the inside with crunchy coating on the outside can be enjoyed as appetizer or main dish served over salad
Ingredients
- 1 pound shrimp, medium sized, peeled and deveined, tails attached
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup panko crumbs
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 4 cups vegetable oil, for frying
Instructions
- Season shrimp with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- In a shallow bowl, combine flour and paprika.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs and in the third bowl place the panko.
- Heat a skillet over medium high heat to 375 degrees F.
- Dip shrimp into flour mixture, then dip into egg, and finally into the panko to coat well.
- Add the shrimp in the hot oil and fry for about 5 minutes or until golden brown.
- Transfer to paper lined towels and serve with your favorite dipping.
Nutrition Information
Yield
4Serving Size
1Amount Per Serving Calories 580Total Fat 56gSaturated Fat 4gTrans Fat 1gUnsaturated Fat 49gCholesterol 83mgSodium 393mgCarbohydrates 11gFiber 1gSugar 0gProtein 9g
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