Description
Hot Honey Fried Shrimp is a tantalizing dish that combines crispy fried shrimp with a sweet and spicy glaze, creating an unforgettable flavor experience. Each bite delivers a satisfying crunch followed by a sticky sweetness that elevates any meal into a festive occasion. Perfect for appetizers or main courses, this dish will impress your family and friends, making it ideal for gatherings or cozy nights in.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb shrimp (medium to large, peeled and deveined)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 cup hot honey (or honey mixed with chili flakes)
- 2 tbsp Sriracha (optional for added heat)
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
- In one bowl, mix together flour, cornstarch, salt, and pepper. In another bowl, whisk the eggs until fluffy.
- Dip each shrimp into the egg mixture, then coat thoroughly in the flour mixture.
- Heat oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry shrimp in batches until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side. Transfer to paper towels to drain excess oil.
- Drizzle with hot honey mixed with Sriracha before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer/Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5 pieces (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 160mg