Breaded shrimp recipe baked: 59 photos
FAQ
Eggs: Dipping the floured shrimp in eggs gives the bread crumbs something to adhere to. Bread crumbs: Panko bread crumbs add the perfect amount of flavor and crunch.
Shrimp become stringy when overcooked because of their high protein content. The secret to preventing that is high heat and avoiding overcooking them. On the stovetop, you'd want to sear them on medium-high heat for about 5 minutes. In the oven, about 8 minutes in a 400°F oven is all they need.
Don't overcrowd the pan:. Overcrowding the pan can cause the oil temperature to drop, resulting in greasy and soggy shrimp. Fry the shrimp in small batches and give them enough space in the pan to ensure even cooking.
Snappier Shrimp. The salt helps keep the shrimp moist and juicy as they cook, while baking soda gives them a crisper, snappier texture. You'll notice this improvement in virtually any recipe, whether you're poaching or searing, but you'll get a bonus boost if you're applying direct heat to the shrimp.
The answer is both. Kendra likes to sear shrimp in olive oil, then add butter at the end, spooning it over the shrimp (a.k.a. basting) as the butter melts. Heat a stainless-steel or nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.