Cajun Fried Shrimps

+ To prepare the spicy Cajun sauce

Using a small bowl, mix all ingredients and whisk together until well combined. (Tip: The dipping sauce will taste better if you make it earlier in the day and then cover and refrigerate for a few hours.)

+ Shrimp

Using a large bowl, combine all shrimp ingredients (yogurt, eggs, hot sauce, mustard, Cajun seasoning, black pepper, garlic powder and onion powder). Add shrimp and toss to coat well; Put the shrimp in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.

In a separate bowl, mix together all the baking ingredients except the oil and lemon (cornmeal, flour, and Cajun seasoning).

Working in batches of 4-5 shrimp, remove shrimp from milk mixture and toss in breadcrumb mixture. Shake off any excess mixture before frying.

Using a deep fryer, add oil and set over medium heat until it reaches 350°F. (Test the oil by putting a pinch of dry rusk in the oil.

Working in batches 13-15 shrimp at a time, fry for 1-2 minutes per side, or until golden brown. Transfer the cooked shrimp to a plate lined with a paper towel (or a brown paper grocery bag). Repeat with remaining shrimp.

Served with hot cajun sauce.

Enjoy !