Chile-Fried Shrimp

Jun 04, 2023June 4, 20230 2

Spicy Chile-Fried Shrimp Recipe Perfect for Dinner

by The Chefin Seafood

Prep

10 min

Cook

5-10 min

Ready In

20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	2 tablespoons pure chile powder ( like ancho or New Mexico , to taste )
	cayenne , to taste
	2 tablespoons cornmeal
	salt and pepper , to taste
	1/2 cup corn oil
	1 1/2 - 2 lbs shrimp , preferably large , peeled
	chopped fresh cilantro leaves
	limes or lemon wedge

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

4-6

Calories

256

Sugar

Fat

19g

Chile-fried shrimp is an excellent dish suitable for a busy night. The recipe is perfect for seafood lovers who want something quick and easy to make in a small amount of time. The dish is a classic and blends a blend of bold flavors and excites taste buds with the perfect amount of freshness from the added lime or lemon juice. Serve it indoors or outdoors as an appetizer, lunch, or dinner, and enjoy the flavors of this delicious dish.

Instructions

1.	In a small bowl, combine the chile powder, cayenne, cornmeal, salt, and pepper.
2.	Heat the corn oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
3.	Once hot, add the peeled shrimp to the skillet and sprinkle the seasoning mix over the shrimp.
4.	Stir and toss the shrimp until they are coated in the seasoning and appear cooked, which should take between 2-5 minutes.
5.	Serve the hot shrimp in a bowl garnished with freshly chopped cilantro and lemon or lime wedges.

PROS

Delicious if you enjoy spicy food.
The shrimp are well-seasoned and crispy on the outside, while juicy and buttery on the inside.

The recipe is easy to follow and quick to make, even for novice cooks.

CONS

Some people may find the dish too spicy.
The dish may not be ideal for a low-fat diet as fried shrimp contains much fat.

Shrimp may not be everyone’s favorite.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Shrimp is a low-calorie seafood and offers several nutritional benefits. Shrimp are rich in protein and contain healthy omega-3 fatty acids and other nutrients that help lower the risk of chronic diseases.
Chiles contain vitamin C and other antioxidants that help reduce inflammation in the body and support a healthy immune system.