Gulf Coast Fried Shrimp


Course : Shrimp
Serves: 6
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Ingredients:


2 pounds unpeeled medium-size fresh -- shrimp

4 large eggs -- beaten

2/3 cup commercial spicy French -- salad dressing

1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice

3/4 teaspoon onion powder

2 tablespoons vegetable oil

1 1/3 cups crushed saltine crackers

2/3 cup crushed corn flakes cereal

1/3 cup white cornmeal
 

Preparation / Directions:


Peel shrimp, leaving tails intact; devein if desired. Place shrimp in a large shallow dish. Combine eggs and next 3 ingredients; pour over shrimp, stirring gently. Cover and marinate in refrigerator 3 hours, stirring occasionally. Pour oil to depth of 2 inches into a Dutch oven; heat to 375F Combine cracker crumbs, cereal and cornmeal. Remove shrimp from marinade, discarding marinade. Dredge shrimp in cracker mixture, and fry, a few at a time, until golden. Drain.


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