Cajun Popcorn Shrimp are large shrimp that are lightly breaded in panko with a kick of cajun and a sweet Italian seasoning and then fried in a vegetable oil until they are golden brown on the outside and tender, juicy shrimp on the inside. Take your shrimp to the next level!
Prep Time5 minutesmins
Cook Time10 minutesmins
Total Time15 minutesmins
Course: Appetizer, Dinner, Main Course, Side Dish, Snack
In a large saucepan add vegetable oil to about 1/2 inch. Heat to 350 degrees.
In a small bowl whisk together the flour, salt and pepper. In another small bowl whisk together the eggs and milk. In another small bowl add the Panko, cajun seasoning and Italian seasoning.
Start by coating the shrimp in the flour mixture. Next dredge in the egg mixture and lastly coat in the Panko seasoning.
Carefully add the shrimp to the hot oil until they are golden brown for about 3-4 minutes. Remove with a metal slotted spoon and transfer to a plate lined with a paper towel.