Gulf Coast Fried Shrimp

• unpeeled medium-large size shrimp↗2 lbs
• eggs↗4 large

  beaten

• commercial spicy French dressing↗2⁄3 cup
• lemon juice↗1 1⁄2 teaspoons
• onion powder↗3⁄4 teaspoon
• vegetable oil↗
• crushed saltine crackers↗1 1⁄3 cups
• crushed corn flakes cereal2⁄3 cup
• white cornmeal↗1⁄3 cup

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Peel shrimp, leaving the tails intact; devein.

2. 2

   Place shrimp in a large shallow bowl.

3. 3

   Combine eggs, French dressing, lemon juice and onion powder.

4. 4

   Pour over shrimp, stirring gently to coat.

5. 5

   Cover and marinate in refrigerator for at least 3 hours, stirring occasionally.

6. 6

   Pour oil to depth of 2-inches into a dutch oven; heat to 375°F.

7. 7

   Combine cracker crumbs, crushed cornflakes, and cornmeal.

8. 8

   Remove shrimp from marinade, discarding marinate.

9. 9

   Dredge shrimp in cracker mixture and fry a few at a time until golden.

10. 10

    Drain shrimp on paper towels.