Description
This Lemon Pepper Shrimp recipe features crispy, flavorful shrimp coated in a seasoned flour mixture and pan-fried to golden perfection. Ready in just 30 minutes, the shrimp are enhanced with fresh lemon juice and extra lemon pepper seasoning for a bright, zesty finish. Perfect served alongside your favorite vegetable sides, grains, or pasta, this dish is a quick, delicious seafood option that’s sure to impress.
Ingredients
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Seasoned Flour Mixture
- 1/2 cup (63 g) all purpose flour
- 3 teaspoons lemon pepper seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
Shrimp and Cooking
- 1 pound (454 g) frozen or fresh shrimp, thawed or peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons (28 g) butter, divided
- 1-2 teaspoons cooking oil (vegetable or olive oil, as needed)
To Serve
- Lemon pepper seasoning, to taste
- Fresh lemon juice, to taste
- Your favorite vegetable sides, grains, or pasta
Instructions
- Prepare the Seasoned Flour Mixture: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, lemon pepper seasoning, garlic powder, and kosher salt until well combined. This mixture will give the shrimp a deliciously seasoned coating.
- Coat the Shrimp: Add the thawed, peeled, and deveined shrimp to the flour mixture. Toss thoroughly to ensure every shrimp is evenly coated with the seasoned flour for a crispy crust when cooked.
- Preheat the Skillet: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of butter along with a small amount of cooking oil to prevent the butter from burning. Allow the butter to melt completely and the oil to heat up.
- Cook the Shrimp (First Batch): Shake off any excess flour from the shrimp and arrange them in a single, even layer in the hot skillet. Avoid overcrowding; cook in two batches if necessary. Let the shrimp cook undisturbed for 3-4 minutes until the exterior turns crispy and golden brown.
- Flip and Finish Cooking: Flip the shrimp and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes on the other side until they are crisp, browned, and cooked through. Remove the cooked shrimp and set aside on a plate.
- Repeat with Remaining Shrimp: Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter to the skillet. Repeat the cooking process with the remaining shrimp to ensure they are evenly cooked and deliciously crispy.
- Serve: Plate the cooked shrimp and sprinkle with extra lemon pepper seasoning and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice if desired. Serve with your choice of vegetable sides, grains, or pasta for a complete meal.
Notes
- For best results, use peeled and deveined shrimp to ensure even cooking and ease of eating.
- Do not overcrowd the pan when frying shrimp to maintain a crispy texture.
- Adjust lemon pepper seasoning and lemon juice to your taste preferences for more or less tanginess.
- Can be served with steamed vegetables, rice, or pasta to complement the zesty shrimp.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
