To make the shrimp more crunchy/snappy/crisp, you can do a quick brine of salt and baking soda. For every 1 pound of shrimp use: 1 teaspoon salt and ¼ teaspoon baking soda. Mix and toss with the shrimp. Let it sit in the refrigerator for 30 minutes. Then the shrimp ready to be cooked!