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Crispy Cheesy Garlic Shrimp Bombs

Delicious, warm bites filled with melty cheese and seasoned shrimp, perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 bombs
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled, deveined, tails removed Fresh shrimp will provide the best flavor.
  • Salt to taste Salt
  • Black pepper to taste Black pepper
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
For the Cheese Filling
  • 6 oz mozzarella cheese, cut into small sticks or cubes
  • 2 tbsp cream cheese, softened Room-temperature cream cheese blends easier.
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley or chives, finely chopped
For Breading and Frying
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1 cup seasoned breadcrumbs or panko Panko will give extra crunch.
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Vegetable oil for frying Vegetable oil
  • 3 tbsp butter, melted Unsalted butter helps control salt.
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced Fresh garlic gives bigger flavor.
  • 1 tbsp chopped parsley

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat oil in a fryer or deep pan to 350°F (175°C) until shimmering.
  2. Season the shrimp with salt, pepper, and garlic powder, then set aside.
  3. Mix mozzarella, cream cheese, and chopped parsley in a small bowl until well combined.
  4. Butterfly each shrimp by cutting along the back without slicing through, open them up, and fill with cheese mix.
Breading
  1. Set up a breading station: coat filled shrimp in flour, dip in beaten eggs, then press into breadcrumbs mixed with paprika and Italian seasoning.
Frying
  1. Carefully fry in batches for about 2–3 minutes per side until deep golden and the oil sizzles.
  2. Melt butter, stir in minced garlic and parsley, then brush shrimp with garlic butter as soon as they come out.
Serving
  1. Plate the shrimp bombs hot and serve immediately.

Notes

For a protein twist, pair with a shrimp bowl. Prep cheese filling and breading station while oil heats for efficiency. If breadcrumbs fall off, press the coating firmly and chill for 10 minutes before frying.