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Ingredients
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- jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined3 lb
- flour
- lemon juice4 lemon
- oil, for frying3 qt
- salt3 tbsp
- black pepper, freshly ground3 tbsp
- cayenne pepper2 tbsp
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Method 3 steps
Dredge shrimp in the flour, then dip in lemon juice, then dredge in flour again. Set aside.
Heat oil to 375°F. Fry shrimp, 6 at a time, for 2 minutes or until deeply browned and cooked through. Drain on a wire rack and repeat with remaining shrimp.
Once all shrimp have been fried, sprinkle with seasonings and serve.