Beer Batter Shrimp
Beer battered shrimp deep fried on stove is a fun Super Bowl appetizer or finger food. How to beer batter shrimp served with dipping sauces!
Servings: 4
Equipment
- 1 dutch oven or deep pot
- 2 bowls
Ingredients
- 1/2 lb. shrimp thawed, deveined, tails removed
- 1 c all purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/3 tsp salt
- 1/3 tsp herbs oregano, basil, thyme or combination of them
- 1/3 tsp coriander
- 1/3 tsp paprika
- 1/3 c beer
- oil for frying, canola or vegetable
Instructions
- Prep shrimp if not already shelled, deveined with tails removed. Lay on paper towels and press gently to remove excess moisture from the outside. Heat the oil to 350 F.
- Mix half the flour and salt in a bowl. Coat the shrimp on all sides. This way the batter will stick to them better.
- In another bowl, mix the remaining flour, coriander, paprika, dried herbs, baking powder, and beer. Beat until combined. Dip the shrimp in the batter.
- Transfer battered shrimp to the hot oil. Cook for about about 3 minutes, turning halfway through for even cooking until golden browned. Transfer the shrimp to napkins to absorb excess oil. Sprinkle with salt if desired.
- Serve with dips of choice.
Nutrition
Serving: 2oz | Calories: 120kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 0.3g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.03g | Sodium: 196mg | Potassium: 92mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 83IU | Vitamin C: 0.01mg | Calcium: 28mg | Iron: 2mg