Lemony Buttermilk Fried Shrimp

Ingredients

• 1 1/2lb large wild tiger shrimp, peeled and de-veined (any wild shrimp will work)
• 1 tbsp kosher salt (if using table salt, use 1/2 tbsp)
• 1 tbsp sugar
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp cayenne pepper
• 1/2 tsp black pepper, freshly ground
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1-2 tbsp olive oil
• 3/4 cup buttermilk
• zest & juice of 1 lemon
• 8oz. all-purpose flour
• 2oz. panko breadcrumbs
• 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
• 1-2 tbsp seasoned salt
• 1 tsp white pepper
• 1 tsp granulated garlic
• 1 tsp granulated onion
• 2 tsp dried cilantro (parsley or basil will also work)
• *1/4 cup buttermilk for dredging
• oil for frying (I used peanut, but canola or vegetable will work fine)