Ingredients
Scale
Gathering ingredients should be the least of your worries. Here’s what you’ll need:
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- Oil for frying
Feel free to swap in mozzarella for cheddar if you prefer a milder cheese, or add a pinch of cayenne for an extra kick. Remember, it’s all about making it work for you and your family.
Instructions
Let’s dive into the fun part—making these delicious bombs:
- In a medium bowl, combine cheddar cheese, cream cheese, garlic powder, paprika, lemon juice, and green onions. Mix until well combined.
- Take each shrimp and make a small incision along the back to create a pocket. Stuff each with the cheese mixture.
- In a shallow dish, combine panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper.
- Dip each stuffed shrimp into the beaten eggs, then roll in the breadcrumb mixture, ensuring a good coating.
- Heat oil in a deep pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, fry the shrimp bombs in batches for about 3-4 minutes each side, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove and drain on paper towels. Serve warm, and watch them disappear!
These shrimp bombs are quick to make and oh-so-satisfying. They remind me of those nights spent around the dinner table, where the stories were as plentiful as the food.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International
Keywords: appetizer Cheesy shrimp bombs, recipe, cooking, food
