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Bayou Fried Shrimp

Source of Recipe


Southern Living (June 2008)



List of Ingredients



• 3 pounds unpeeled, large raw shrimp
  
• 2 cups milk
  
• 1 large egg
  
• 1 Tbsp yellow mustard
  
• 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
  
• 1 (12-ounce) package fish fry mix
  
• 1 Tbsp Cajun seasoning
  
• Vegetable oil
  






Instructions



1. Peel shrimp, leaving tails on. Butterfly shrimp by making a deep slit down back of each from large end to tail, cutting to (but not through) inside curve of shrimp. Devein shrimp, and place in a large bowl. Whisk together milk and next 3 ingredients. Pour mixture over shrimp. Let stand at least 15 minutes or up to 1 hour.
   
   
2. Combine fish fry mix and 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning. Dredge shrimp in fish fry mixture, and shake off excess. Arrange on baking sheets.
   
   
3. Pour oil to a depth of 3 inches into a Dutch oven; heat to 325° F. Fry shrimp, in batches, 1½ minutes on each side or until golden brown; drain on wire racks over paper towels.
   
   Makes 6 to 8 servings.