Southern Fried Shrimp with Red Beans and Rice

Ingredients

1 lb (450 g) large shrimp, peeled & deveined

1 cup buttermilk

1 cup flour + ½ cup cornmeal

1 tsp paprika, 1 tsp garlic powder, salt & pepper

Oil for frying

Red Beans

2 cups cooked red beans (or 2 cans, drained)

1 cup smoked sausage, sliced

1 onion & 2 garlic cloves, chopped

2 cups chicken broth

1 tsp Cajun seasoning

Rice

2 cups cooked white rice

Chopped parsley (optional)

Instructions

Fry Shrimp — Dip shrimp in buttermilk, then coat in flour/cornmeal + spices. Fry at 350°F (175°C) until golden, 2–3 min per side.

Cook Beans — Sauté onion & garlic in a little oil. Add sausage, beans, broth, Cajun seasoning; simmer 20 min. Mash some beans for creaminess.

Assemble — Plate rice, top with beans and crispy shrimp. Sprinkle parsley. Serve hot.