Craving that ultra-crispy, light-as-air batter? The secret might already be in your pantry! This Crispy Shrimp with Parsley is golden, juicy, and packed with flavor—ready in just 15 minutes. Let’s make it happen!
Crispy Shrimp with Parsley Recipe
Serving: 2 to 4
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 5 minutes
For the shrimp and parsley:
1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
Pinch of salt
Pinch of white pepper
1 ½ cups parsley
3 cups oil, for frying
For the batter:
1 ½ cups cornstarch, or other starch
Pinch of salt
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
1 large egg white
¾ cup cold club soda
For the seasoning:
1 teaspoon five-spice powder
1 teaspoon white pepper
1 teaspoon salt
Crispy Shrimp with Parsley Instructions
1. Season the shrimp:
- On a plate, add the deveined shrimp, and season them with salt and white pepper on both sides.
2. Make the batter and combine:
- In a large mixing bowl, add the cornstarch (or other types of starch), salt, baking soda, and baking powder. Whisk.
- Also, add the egg white and cold club soda. Mix together.
- Toss in the shrimp and parsley (or replace it with other herbs like cilantro, dill, or basil). Combine.
3. Fry:
- In a pot over high heat, pour the oil inside. Heat it to 325°F or 163°C.
- Transfer the shrimp and parsley inside. Deep fry until crispy, about 3 minutes. Remove them and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
4. Serve:
- In a small bowl, mix together the five-spice powder, white pepper, and salt. Whisk. Serve the seasoning on the side or toss it together with the crispy shrimp with parsley.
Tips & notes
- Baking soda makes the batter crispier.
- Baking powder gives it a puffier, airier texture.
- Cold club soda helps create a light and crispy finish.
- If the batter is too thin, add 1 tablespoon of cornstarch at a time.
- If the batter is too thick, stir in 1 tablespoon of cold club soda at a time.
5 thoughts on “15-Min Crispy Shrimp Recipe”
Thank you for sharing your recipe
Hi Joy, thanks again for visiting! Happy Friday!
Hello CiCi. You came up again with this very super delicious shrimp recipe very easy and enjoyable to make. Thank you again. I truly enjoyed making it!
Can it be made a couple hours before serving?and thank you for sharing
Hi Jenny,
The crispy shrimp will stay crunchy for a bit, but they’re at their best when served hot! Enjoy!
CiCi