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Three fried shrimp with slaw and avocado on a small flour tortilla.
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Fried Shrimp Tacos

Full of flavor and texture, these crispy fried shrimp tacos are a great addition to taco Tuesday. Coated with panko breadcrumbs and topped with avocado and Cajun slaw.
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mexican
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 5 tacos
Calories 285kcal

Ingredients

For the fried shrimp

For the tacos

  • 5 small flour tortillas
  • 1 avocado diced
  • Cajun slaw
  • lime juice

Instructions

  • Mix together the flour and Cajun seasoning in a bowl.
  • Beat the eggs together in another bowl.
  • Place the panko breadcrumbs in another bowl.
  • Pat the shrimp dry. One at a time, dip the shrimp into the egg, then into the flour and then last into the breadcrumbs to coat evenly. Place on parchment paper until ready to fry.
  • Heat 2 to 3 inches of oil in a large pot - enough to cover the shrimp so that they are not resting on the bottom of the pan.
  • Once hot enough, fry the shrimp on both sides until golden brown, flipping with tongs if needed. This will take about 2 to 3 minutes on each side.
  • Drain the shrimp on paper towel to remove any excess oil.
  • Serve in tortillas with your favorite toppings.

Notes

  • Pat the shrimp dry before coating them with them, this will help them to get super crispy.
  • Check that the oil is hot enough before frying the shrimp. Drop in a panko breadcrumb, it should start to bubble when it hits the oil. If it doesn't, wait a couple more minutes to test again.
  • Don't overcrowd the shrimp when frying. Cook in 3 or 4 batches if needed.
  • Nutritional values are for 3 large breaded shrimp without the tortillas or toppings.

Nutrition

Calories: 285kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 111mg | Sodium: 254mg | Potassium: 121mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 785IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 65mg | Iron: 3mg