Old Bay Fried Shrimp

Name: Old Bay Fried Shrimp
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 105 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined; 3 large eggs, or more as needed; 2 cups milk, or more as needed; peanut oil for frying; 2 cups all-purpose flour; 2 cups yellow cornmeal; 0.5 cup seafood seasoning (such as Old Bay®)

4.5

(2)

2 Reviews

2 Photos

This Old Bay fried shrimp recipe is an old one used by many of the seafood restaurants in Florida. It's excellent for fish, shrimp, scallops!

Submitted by EPHESIS

Updated on December 3, 2024

Prep Time:

30 mins

Cook Time:

15 mins

Additional Time:

1 hr

Total Time:

1 hr 45 mins

Servings:

4

Jump to Nutrition Facts

Cook Mode (Keep screen awake)

Ingredients

1x

2x

4x

Oops! Something went wrong. Our team is working on it.

Original recipe (1X) yields 4 servings

1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
3 large eggs, or more as needed
2 cups milk, or more as needed
peanut oil for frying
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups yellow cornmeal
½ cup seafood seasoning (such as Old Bay)

Directions

Butterfly shrimp by placing on a flat work surface and slicing horizontally through each shrimp's middle, being careful not to cut all the way through to the other side.
Whisk eggs in a bowl; whisk in milk. Place shrimp in egg-milk mixture; soak 1 hour.
Heat oil in a deep fryer or large saucepan to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
Whisk flour, cornmeal, and seafood seasoning together; transfer to a resealable plastic bag. Place 5 to 6 shrimp in the bag; shake well until coated. Place coated shrimp, unstacked, onto a plate. Repeat with remaining shrimp.
Lower shrimp carefully into the hot oil in batches. Fry until golden brown and opaque in the centers, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Repeat with remaining shrimp.

Cook's Note:

You can use Tony Chachere's Creole Seasoning instead of Old Bay, if preferred.

Editor's Notes:

Nutrition data for this recipe includes the full amount of dredging mixture. The actual amount consumed will vary.

We have determined the nutritional value of oil for frying based on a retention value of 10% after cooking. Amount will vary depending on cooking time and temperature, ingredient density, and specific type of oil used.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

760	Calories
15g	Fat
112g	Carbs
40g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 760
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 15g	19%
Saturated Fat 4g	20%
Cholesterol 322mg	107%
Sodium 3576mg	155%
Total Carbohydrate 112g	41%
Dietary Fiber 7g	26%
Total Sugars 8g
Protein 40g	79%
Vitamin C 2mg	2%
Calcium 209mg	16%
Iron 9mg	52%
Potassium 665mg	14%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.