Southern Fried Shrimp

Ingredients

1 lb. raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
For the wet mixture
▢1 teaspoon dried oregano
▢1 teaspoon paprika
▢1 teaspoon garlic powder
▢½ teaspoon salt
▢½ cup milk
For the dry mixture
▢1 cup all-purpose flour
▢1 teaspoon dried oregano
▢1 teaspoon paprika
▢1 teaspoon garlic powder
▢1 teaspoon salt
▢½ teaspoon ground black pepper
For frying
▢vegetable oil
For serving
▢lemon wedges, cocktail sauce, tartar sauce, Ranch dressing, honey mustard, or other condiments as desired
Instructions

In a deep fryer or large skillet, heat the oil to 375°F.
In a large bowl, combine the shrimp with all of the wet mixture ingredients. Mix well and let the mixture sit for 10-15 minutes.
In a medium bowl, combine all of the dry mixture ingredients.
Working in batches, if necessary, remove the shrimp from the milk mixture and transfer them to the dry mixture. Make sure the shrimp are well-coated with the flour mixture.
Remove the shrimp from the flour mixture and fry them in oil for 3-5 minutes, or until the shrimp are cooked through, and the batter is a light golden brown.
Remove the shrimp from the oil to a paper towel-lined baking sheet or platter. If necessary, repeat the process with any remaining shrimp.
Serve immediately with any condiments, if desired.