Description
Discover how to make irresistible Deep-fried Shrimp Alfredo Burrito Bites! Learn the step-by-step recipe for a unique fusion dish that will delight your taste buds.
Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined (450 g)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (125 g)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs (60 g)
- 1 tsp garlic powder (5 g)
- 1 tsp onion powder (5 g)
- 1/2 tsp paprika (2.5 g)
- 1/2 tsp salt (2.5 g)
- 1/4 tsp black pepper (1.25 g)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (50 g)
- 8 small flour tortillas
- 2 cups cooked fettuccine (about 220 g)
- 1 cup Alfredo sauce (240 ml)
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (10 g)
Instructions
- Preheat a large pot with vegetable oil for frying over medium-high heat.
- In a shallow dish, combine flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- In a separate dish, beat the eggs.
- Place panko breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese in a third shallow dish, mixing well.
- Dredge each shrimp in the flour mixture, shaking off excess.
- Dip floured shrimp into the beaten eggs, ensuring full coverage.
- Coat shrimp with the panko and Parmesan mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
- Fry shrimp in batches in hot oil until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Remove shrimp from oil and drain on paper towels.
- Warm the Alfredo sauce in a small saucepan over low heat.
- Lay a flour tortilla flat on a clean surface.
- Place a small portion of cooked fettuccine on the center of the tortilla.
- Drizzle a spoonful of warm Alfredo sauce over the fettuccine.
- Add 2-3 fried shrimp on top of the sauce and pasta.
- Roll the tortilla tightly around the filling, tucking in the sides to form a burrito.
- Repeat with remaining tortillas and fillings.
- Slice each burrito into bite-sized pieces.
- Arrange burrito bites on a serving platter.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- Dry shrimp thoroughly with a paper towel for better flour adhesionnPress panko and Parmesan coating firmly onto shrimp for an even crustnGently warm Alfredo sauce on low, stirring to avoid sticking
