Crisp, Buttery, and Perfectly Golden

 

Here’s a Crisp, Buttery, and Perfectly Golden Shrimp recipe that hits exactly those three words:

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Crisp, Buttery, and Perfectly Golden Shrimp

⭐ What makes this special

• Ultra-crispy coating (no heavy batter)
• Rich buttery flavor
• Golden, crunchy exterior with juicy shrimp inside

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Ingredients

• 1 lb large shrimp, peeled & deveined
• ½ cup flour
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ tsp paprika
• ¼ tsp garlic powder
• 2 eggs, lightly beaten
• 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 4 tbsp butter
• 2 tbsp oil (helps the butter avoid burning)
• Optional: lemon wedges, parsley, chili flakes

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Instructions

1. Prep the shrimp

Pat shrimp very dry (key for crispiness).
Season lightly with salt & pepper.

2. Bread for maximum crunch

You’ll use a simple 3-step dip:

1. Flour mixed with salt, paprika, and garlic powder
2. Egg wash
3. Panko breadcrumbs

Press the panko on firmly so it sticks.

3. Pan-fry to golden perfection

1. Heat butter + a little oil in a pan over medium heat.
2. When it’s sizzling, add shrimp in a single layer.
3. Cook 2–3 minutes per side until deep golden and crisp.

The butter gives richness; the oil ensures the butter doesn’t burn.

4. Finish & serve

Sprinkle with flaky salt, chopped parsley, or a squeeze of lemon.
Serve hot so the coating stays shatter-crisp.

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Optional: Garlic-Butter Finish (next level)

Melt 1 tbsp butter + 1 minced garlic clove, drizzle over cooked shrimp, and toss lightly. Adds a glossy, buttery finish without making them soggy.

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If you want, I can also give you:
🔥 A spicy version
🌿 A lemon-herb version
🧈 A richer, extra-buttery version
🍤 Or turn this into a full meal (pasta, bowls, tacos, etc.)