Fan Tail Shrimp

Prep: 15 min Cook: 10 min Serves: 4

Fan Tail Shrimp offers crispy, golden-brown battered shrimp with a tender interior, perfect for appetizer platters or casual gatherings, appealing to seafood lovers and snack enthusiasts alike.

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Ingredients

  • 2 lb. shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails left in place
  • 2 c. flour
  • salt
  • pepper
  • water

Instructions

  1. Mix flour, egg, and enough water to make a medium batter.
  2. Salt and pepper the shrimp to taste.
  3. Dip the shrimp into the batter, ensuring they are well coated.
  4. Fry the battered shrimp on medium to high heat, turning until golden brown.
  5. Drain the fried shrimp on paper towels before serving.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

211 kcal 11% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 7.7g 15% DV
Total Fat 2.1g 3% DV
Carbs 40g 15% DV
Fiber 0.7g 2% DV
Sugar 0.1g

Electrolytes

Sodium 9902.3mg 100% DV
Potassium 192mg 4% DV
Cholesterol 96mg 32% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 29.3mcg 3% DV
Vitamin C 0.1mg
Vitamin D 0mcg
Calcium 82.8mg 6% DV
Iron 1.8mg 10% DV
Diet fit Under 400 cal Low-fat
Contains Wheat/Gluten Shellfish

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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