Fried Shrimp Sandwich

This Fried Shrimp Sandwich combines crispy shrimp, cabbage slaw, and spicy mayo on a toasted brioche bun for an easy lunch or dinner.

This crispy shrimp sandwich combines fried shrimp, cabbage slaw, and a homemade spicy mayo on a toasted brioche bun. The shrimp are coated in a simple flour breading and fried until crisp, then seasoned with smoked paprika and flaky sea salt.

The cabbage slaw is tossed with the same spicy mayo used on the sandwich, bringing everything together without adding extra steps. Serve this fried shrimp sandwich for an easy summer lunch or dinner, or make a batch for a casual weekend meal.

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Fried Shrimp Sandwich

This Fried Shrimp Sandwich combines crispy shrimp, cabbage slaw, and spicy mayo on a toasted brioche bun for an easy lunch or dinner.

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Ingredients

Serves 2 sandwiches

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For the shrimp

• ▢ 1 lb cleaned shrimp with tails removed 
• ▢ 3/4 cup AP flour
• ▢ 1 tsp baking powder 
• ▢ 2 eggs
• ▢ 1/8 cup milk
• ▢ Fry oil of choice
• ▢ Smoked paprika
• ▢ Flaky sea salt 

For the spicy mayo:

• ▢ 1/2 cup spicy mayo (I like Kewpie)
• ▢ 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
• ▢ 1 tsp smoked paprika 
• ▢ 1 tbsp sweet chili sauce 
• ▢ Flaky sea salt
• ▢ Cracked black pepper

For the slaw:

• ▢ 1/2 cup shredded green cabbage
• ▢ 1/2 cup shredded green cabbage
• ▢ 1/4 cup sliced red onion 
• ▢ 2 scallions, thinly sliced
• ▢ 1/3 cup spicy mayo (recipe above) (see recipe listed)
• ▢ Flaky sea salt

The rest:

• ▢ 2 brioche buns
• ▢ Butter for toasting

Instructions 

• Make the spicy mayo: In a small bowl, stir together the Kewpie spicy mayo, lime juice, smoked paprika, sweet chili sauce, a pinch of flaky sea salt, and cracked black pepper until smooth. Set aside.
• Make the slaw: Add the green cabbage, purple cabbage, red onion, and scallions to a medium bowl. Toss with ⅓ cup of the spicy mayo, then season with sea salt and pepper to taste. Refrigerate while you prepare the shrimp.
• Prep the breading station: Add the flour, baking powder, and a pinch of smoked paprika to a shallow bowl and whisk to combine. In a second bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk.
• Bread the shrimp: Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels. Working in batches, coat each shrimp in the flour mixture, dip into the egg mixture, then return it to the flour and press lightly so the coating sticks.
• Fry the shrimp: Add about 1 to 2 inches of frying oil to a heavy-bottomed skillet or Dutch oven and heat to 350°F. Fry the shrimp in batches for about 2 to 3 minutes, turning as needed, until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer to a wire rack or paper towel-lined plate and immediately season with smoked paprika and flaky sea salt.
• Toast the brioche: Butter the cut sides of the brioche and toast in a skillet over medium heat until golden.
• Assemble the sandwiches: Spread additional spicy mayo on the toasted brioche, add a generous layer of slaw, and pile the crispy shrimp on top. Finish with the top bun and serve right away.

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