Gulf Coast Fried Shrimp

This is my favorite way to fry shrimp! The recipe comes from The Bubba Gump Shrimp Company Cookbook. The secret ingredient is the Spicy French dressing! Prep time includes chilling time.

• Ready In: 3 hrs 30 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 2  lbs  unpeeled medium-large size shrimp
• 4  large eggs, beaten
• 2⁄3 cup  commercial spicy  French dressing
• 1 1⁄2 teaspoons lemon juice
• 3⁄4 teaspoon onion powder
•  vegetable oil
• 1 1⁄3 cups  crushed  saltine crackers
• 2⁄3 cup  crushed  corn flakes cereal
• 1⁄3 cup white cornmeal

Directions

1. Peel shrimp, leaving the tails intact; devein.
2. Place shrimp in a large shallow bowl.
3. Combine eggs, French dressing, lemon juice and onion powder.
4. Pour over shrimp, stirring gently to coat.
5. Cover and marinate in refrigerator for at least 3 hours, stirring occasionally.
6. Pour oil to depth of 2-inches into a dutch oven; heat to 375°F.
7. Combine cracker crumbs, crushed cornflakes, and cornmeal.
8. Remove shrimp from marinade, discarding marinate.
9. Dredge shrimp in cracker mixture and fry a few at a time until golden.
10. Drain shrimp on paper towels.