Shrimp Francese Recipe
Learn how to make Shrimp Francese with a crispy, golden coating and a rich lemon butter sauce. A simple, delicious, and elegant meal!
Ingredients
Ingredients
For the Shrimp:
- 1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tbsp water
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
For the Lemon Butter Sauce:
- ½ cup dry white wine
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice about 2 lemons
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
- Lemon slices for garnish
Instructions
Instructions
1️⃣ Prepare the Shrimp:
- Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and season with salt and pepper.
- Lightly coat each shrimp in flour, shaking off the excess.
2️⃣ Make the Egg Batter:
- In a bowl, whisk eggs with 2 tbsp water.
- Dip the floured shrimp into the egg mixture, coating evenly.
3️⃣ Cook the Shrimp:
- Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium heat.
- Cook the shrimp for 1-2 minutes per side until golden and crispy. Remove and set aside.
4️⃣ Make the Sauce:
- In the same skillet, add white wine, scraping up any bits from the pan.
- Stir in chicken broth and lemon juice, simmering for 2 minutes.
- Whisk in butter until smooth, then return the shrimp to the pan.
5️⃣ Finish & Serve:
- Simmer for 1-2 minutes, allowing the shrimp to soak up the sauce.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and lemon slices. Serve immediately.
Notes
Nutrition Information (Per Serving)
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Total Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Protein: 28g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 1g
- Cholesterol: 220mg
- Sodium: 520mg