Shrimp 65 is a spicy, garlicky, deep-fried seafood dish that can be eaten as an appetizer or as part of a meal.
When I first wrote this blog post, I wanted to call this dish Shrimp 66. Why? Because just look at this:
When you eat out at Indian restaurants, chances are you’ve seen the ever so popular Chicken 65 on the menu. Legend has it that Chicken 65 got it’s name from being the 65th item on a menu – the name of the actual dish was so long that when people ordered they just said “I want Chicken 65.” Well, IF that story is true – then this Shrimp dish would be right after that – item number 66.
But alas, when people search google for this recipe, they search for shrimp 65 because after all, shrimp 66 is not a thing.
Anyway. Shrimp 65 is a spicy, deep-fried dish that can be eaten as an appetizer or as part of a meal. The shrimp is sprinkled with spices like paprika, kashmiri chili powder, salt and pepper. It’s then mixed with almond flour and tapioca flour – and deep fried in whatever fat you choose. You can eat the shrimp right away, or you can saute the shrimp in more spices by creating what’s called a “tadka” – which is basically an Indian method of tempering where you stir-fry spices in oil. You just add oil to a pan and then all of the ingredients listed under “sauteing.”
If you prefer chicken, you can easily swap out the shrimp in this recipe. Whether you make spicy fried shrimp or spicy fried chicken, you’re going to have a winner. So go make and eat some Chicken 65 or Shrimp 66 😉
Ingredients
Marinade:
- 1 pound jumbo shrimp
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black peppercorns
- ¼ teaspoon paprika
- ¼ teaspoon Kashmiri chili powder
To Fry:
- 1 egg whisked
- 2 tablespoons almond flour
- 2 tablespoons tapioca flour
- Avocado oil or fat of choice enough to fry
Saute:
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil or fat of choice
- 10-15 curry leaves
- 2 Serrano peppers or Thai bird chilies slit
- 2 inch ginger minced
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
- ½ teaspoon coriander powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ¼ teaspoon turmeric
- ¼ tsp salt
Instructions
Marinate:
- Rinse and dry the shrimp. Place the shrimp in a large bowl along with the ingredients under "marinade."
Fry:
- Heat oil in a wok or deep, wide bottomed pot to 360F.
- While the oil is heating, combine the almond flour and tapioca flour in a small bowl and mix well.
- Add the whisked egg to the shrimp mixture and continue to mix until well combined.
- Deep-fry the shrimp for 2-3 minutes, or until cooked through.
- Fry 4-6 at a time so as not to crowd the pot. Repeat until done.
- Set the shrimp aside on a paper towel-lined plate.
Saute:
- Heat oil in a saute pan over medium heat. Add the rest of the ingredients under "saute" and fry for 1-2 minutes.
- Add the shrimp and stir-fry.
- Serve.
Just for fun, here are some pictures from 2014:
This is one of the many delicious recipes in my eBook, South Asian Persuasion so if you’re looking for healthy paleo-friendly recipes with a lot of flavor, then be sure to check it out!
Debbie Ward says
Made this last night & it was delicious! Thanks Ashley for another great recipe!
Ashley - My Heart Beets says
Debbie, that’s so great to hear! Thanks for letting me know how much you liked it 🙂
Glenys says
Made these the other night and I can’t wait to make them again. They are just divine. My hubby kept raving about them. Fantastic recipe, thanks
Annette says
The recipe looks so flavorful. I often cook with garlic, so this is something I know I’d love.
leigh ann says
Yummy!!
saminder gumer says
i love spicy food and seafood is my favorite so i think i would love this recipe. i will be trying it out for sure.
Kruti says
Almond flour and tapioca flour are not stained in my kitchen. Which other flour can be used?
Valerie F says
I’m drooling! this looks great!
Katy says
I can’t wait to try these, thanks for the recipe!
Stephanie W. says
I love U.S. Wellness Meats, too! I’m not a big shrimp fan, but the recipe looks good.
Maria says
These look good!
Autumn says
This looks delicious! 🙂
Belle says
I’m totally trying this on chicken! I love how you discovered a delicious, paleo-friendly coating! MMMMMm!!!!!
Barrie says
I’m not a fan of spicy foods but this looks delicious! I’m going to have to try it and my hubby will be tickled pink! LOL
Mary says
I love fried foods, but haven’t really let myself go there very often since going paleo~! Can’t wait to fry these babies up. Also, always on the lookout to find recipes that are rich in turmeric:)
Tiffany says
Thanks for the great recipe 🙂
Kristy P. says
This recipe looks so delish!!! Thank you for posting!
Gabriella says
Have shrimp in the freezer right now, gonna try this!
Lori J says
’bout time I learn to make shrimp right
Elizabeth Lamontagne says
Recipe sounds absolutely delicious!
Kim says
I cannot wait to try this recipe. It’s definitely going on my “must make!” list.
Rust says
ooh …chili powder in your marinade ….you must have some cajun in your blood 🙂
Melissa Davanzo says
Looks great! Might use chicken since I’m the only one at my house who eats shrimp
Martha Landeros says
Recipe looks delicious!!! Have always used grapeseed oil for frying, but now I’ll try avocado oil like the recipe suggests.
Jessi says
Thanks for the giveaway! Looks like an awesome recipe!
Nikki says
Lovely giveaway and recipe!
Kandi says
Hmmmm I’ll have to go on a hunt for Kashmiri chili powder, this sounds like a healthy yet appetizing dish!
Barblu says
Amazon carries the Kashmiri chili powder. I’ve ordered it already so I can make this goodie!!
Dandi D says
I’ve never cooked with shrimp before, but this looks really delicious.
Patsy Partin says
I cannot wait to try these! Spicy and shrimp are two of my favorites words!!
april says
I think this recipe looks delicious and full of flavor!
Melanie says
This looks delicious!
Karen G D says
I think this sounds great, but, in my rural area, I’d have to come up with an alternative sauce, as there are no curry leaves to be found (nearest place that might is a 130+ mile round trip) 🙁
lisa miracle says
cant wait to try this!!!!
Rebecca says
Looking forward to trying – looks wonderful!
Naomi says
I can’t wait to make these…I think my husband is going to go bananas over this!
Amanda T says
The shrimp look awesome and I’d love to try US Wellness!
Alicyn says
This looks so yummy! Any ideas on swaps for the almond flour? I am allergic to almonds
Gabriella Schneider says
I have not actually made this recipe, but it looks super great, especially with the fresh shrimp at our local fish market!!
Rachael Bleymaier Thibodeaux says
My iPad is old and weird, so I couldn’t copy n paste my tweet or G+ urls n couldn’t see the image link to pin, so I just pinned a recipe image. I did tweet and follow you on g plus.
lori says
love the shrimp! here’s the pin…http://www.pinterest.com/pin/431078995555776910/
Phyllis says
Recipe looks so good.
Cynthia says
Looks yummy!!!
Heidi G says
Looks delicious… we are all about Indian food in my house and the sauteed version will be a welcome addition. Thanks!
Kelly says
Looks great
Gina says
Wow! This recipe looks so good! Yum!
Gina says
Wow! This recipe looks so good!
Tanya says
This sounds really good. I love fried shrimp!
Tonia L. says
My mouth is already watering. I may have to make them some time over the weekend! 🙂
Tahirah Salaam says
Another awesome iftar idea! Can’t wait to try this shrimp on everyone … Ashkey, you’re making me very popular!
Deepa Kaimal says
i can already taste them. 🙂 have to make this now
Brandy Robinson says
I drool over a lot of recipes online but never make them… but this one I have to try!!
Maggie says
oh those shrimp looks so tasty the pic is making my mouth water 😀 and they are gluten free YAY!
Heather Gaillot says
If this is as good as the other recipes of your’s I’ve tried, we’re in for a treat! Thanks!
Jeni says
Yum! I will have to get some of these special ingredients to make it!
joanna says
this is a creative recipe! reminds me of a spicy popcorn shrimp.
Leonora Forslund says
Shrimp looks yummy – would be good with cauli fried rice….
Elizabeth G. says
Great ingredients and easy to make. I love this shrimp recipe!
Guest says
Will definitely try
Maribeth says
Yummy!
Kristina says
This looks so good! Can’t wait to make it! And thank you for the giveaway opportunity.
Lana says
These look delicious, I enjoy your blog.
Manijeh Kamyar says
This looks amazing!!!
K Marie Tyler says
You are inspiring and these shrimp look amazing.
Monica G says
This definitely looks right up our alley! Thanks for sharing such amazing recipes!
Tracey says
I’m always looking for new ways to make shrimp. This looks SO good!
Katie says
I’m such a klutz at deep frying things, so thanks so much for including a saute option! I’m going to make this soon!
And thanks for the awesome giveaway!
Roop says
This looks amazing!
marta says
This looks scrumptious! I will definitely be making “tadka” style.