Appetizers

Jumbo Popcorn Shrimp with Blackened Ranch

It’s your boy AB back at it again, and today we’re diving into a game day favorite that’ll have your taste buds doing the happy dance, Jumbo Popcorn Shrimp! But hold on, we’re not stopping there. We’ve got a homemade Blackened Ranch Sauce that’s straight out of Popeyes’ dreams. So, buckle up and get ready for a flavor explosion that’s perfect for any game day feast.

Ingredients

1 lb. Raw Shrimp (peeled, deveined, and tails removed)
1 1/3 cups Flour
1 tbsp Onion Powder
1 tbsp Garlic Powder
1 1/2 tbsp Salt
1 1/2 tbsp Ground Black Pepper
1 tbsp Ground White Pepper
2 tsp Cayenne Pepper
2 tsp Paprika
2 tsp Oregano
2 tsp Thyme
6 Eggs
Vegetable Oil (for frying)

Blackened Ranch Sauce

1/2 cup Mayonnaise
1/4 cup Sour Cream
1/2 cup Buttermilk
1/2 tsp Dried Dill Weed
1/2 tsp Dried Parsley Flakes
1 tbsp Blackened Seasoning
1 tsp Black Pepper
Salt (if required)

Instructions

Prepare the Shrimp:

In a Ziploc bag, combine 2 cups of all-purpose flour and Cajun seasoning to taste.

Whisk 4 eggs in a bowl.

Dip each jumbo shrimp in the egg wash, then transfer to the Ziploc bag and shake until coated.

Heat oil to 350 degrees in a deep fryer or pot. Check out My Thermometer!

Fry the shrimp until golden brown, shaking occasionally to prevent sticking.

Prepare the Blackened Ranch Sauce:

Mix 1 cup of ranch dressing with Cajun seasoning to taste.

Stir until the seasoning is evenly distributed.

Serve:

Drain the fried shrimp on paper towels.

Arrange the Popcorn shrimp on a serving plate.

Serve with the homemade Blackened Ranch Sauce for dipping.

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