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Few recipes are more classic (or beloved) than Caesar salad. Its dressing is perfection: garlicky, lemony, creamy. Romaine lettuce leaves hold the dressing without going limp, while a showering of Parmesan cheese adds a rich finishing touch of umami<\/a>. Caesar salad is a staple steakhouse side<\/a> dish, yet it’s also easy to make at home. Making it at home gives you plenty of space to be creative, as with this decadent shrimp Caesar salad.<\/p>\n The addition of crispy shrimp makes this salad hearty enough to serve for lunch or dinner, though it still makes an excellent appetizer for special occasions. This salad uses a sneaky shortcut: bottled dressing to offset the extra effort of making shrimp. So grab your salad tongs\u2014it’s time to make Caesar salad with shrimp!<\/p>\n In a large bowl, combine the romaine, tomatoes and cheese. Refrigerate until serving.<\/p>\n Editor’s Tip:<\/em> You may do this step up to one day ahead of time. Cover the bowl with storage wrap, and store it in the fridge to keep it fresh.<\/p>\n In a shallow bowl, mix the flour, salt and pepper. Add the shrimp, a few pieces at a time, and toss to coat. Shake off excess flour mix.<\/p>\n In a deep skillet, heat 1\/4 inch oil to 375\u00b0F. Fry the shrimp, a few at a time, cooking for one to two minutes on each side, or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.<\/p>\n Editor’s Tip:<\/em> If you’re just learning how to deep-fry,<\/a> remember: Overcrowding the skillet will cause the oil temperature to drop, resulting in less-crispy fried food.<\/p>\n Drizzle the dressing over the romaine mixture, and toss to coat. Top with the shrimp. If desired, sprinkle with additional cheese and pepper. Serve immediately.<\/p>\n Once tossed in dressing, salad doesn’t keep very well because the lettuce quickly gets soggy and wilted. The best way to store leftover shrimp Caesar salad is to keep each element separated, each in its own airtight container in the refrigerator. Leftover fried shrimp will keep up to two days in the fridge, while salad greens will keep for up to four days.<\/p>\n When cooking shrimp, it’s crucial not to overdo it, which can make delicate shrimp turn tough. Shrimp are cooked as soon as they turn opaque, which takes only a few minutes. For this recipe, it’s trickier to see the shrimp, but they will cook in the time it takes for the breading to turn golden brown.<\/p>\n Shrimp Caesar salad can be a delicious lunch or light dinner, especially served with a loaf of crusty homemade bread<\/a>. Make it a heartier meal by serving alongside a cold sandwich<\/a> or bowl of soup<\/a>. You can also serve it as a side salad<\/a> with a special-occasion dinner such as steak or pasta<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Caesar salad need not be enjoyed as a mere side dish to steak. 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Directions<\/h2>\n
Step 1: Prepare the vegetables<\/h3>\n
Step 2: Fry the shrimp<\/h3>\n
Step 3: Drizzle and toss<\/h3>\n
Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n
Shrimp Caesar Salad Variations<\/h2>\n
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How to Store Shrimp Caesar Salad<\/h2>\n
Shrimp Caesar Salad Tips<\/h2>\n
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How can you avoid overcooking shrimp?<\/h3>\n
What else can you serve with shrimp Caesar salad?<\/h3>\n