Fried Shrimp Recipe

Golden and crispy fried shrimp is a classic seafood dish that everyone loves. This recipe is easy to make and produces shrimp that are perfectly coated and seasoned for a tasty and satisfying meal. Serve with cocktail sauce, lemon wedges, and rémoulade for a delicious seafood feast.

Ingredients:

Canola oil

2 large eggs, beaten

1 cup whole milk

2 tablespoons Chile hot sauce (such as Cholula)

2 pounds large peeled, deveined raw shrimp

3/4 cup (about 3 1/4 oz.) all-purpose flour

2/3 cup (about 2 7/8 oz.) cornmeal

1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt

1 teaspoon black pepper

1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper

For serving: lemon wedges, cocktail sauce, rémoulade (optional)