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Hot Honey Fried Shrimp

Hot Honey Fried Shrimp
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Hot Honey Fried Shrimp features crispy, golden shrimp coated in a perfectly balanced spicy honey glaze that combines sweet heat and savory flavors. Ready in under 30 minutes, this quick and easy recipe uses simple pantry staples to create an irresistible appetizer or main dish that can be customized for different spice levels and dietary needs.

Ingredients

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Shrimp and Coating

  • 1 pound medium-sized peeled and deveined shrimp
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (or rice flour for gluten-free)
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 large eggs, beaten

For Frying

  • Vegetable oil for frying (neutral-flavored), about 2 cups or enough for deep frying

Hot Honey Glaze

  • 1/3 cup hot honey (honey infused with chili or hot pepper)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Shrimp: Start with peeled and deveined shrimp, pat them dry thoroughly using paper towels to remove any moisture. This ensures the coating will stick well and result in a crispy texture.
  2. Make the Coating: In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to create the crispy batter mix.
  3. Dip and Coat: Beat the eggs in a separate bowl. Dip each shrimp first into the egg wash, then dredge in the flour mixture, pressing gently on each shrimp to ensure an even and thorough coating.
  4. Heat the Oil: Pour vegetable oil into a deep skillet or pan and heat it over medium-high heat until it reaches approximately 350°F (175°C), or hot enough so that batter sizzles immediately on contact.
  5. Fry the Shrimp: Working in batches to avoid overcrowding, fry the shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy. Remove shrimp from oil and drain on paper towels to keep them crunchy.
  6. Prepare the Hot Honey Glaze: In a small saucepan, gently warm the hot honey over low heat until it becomes easily drizzleable, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
  7. Toss and Serve: Place the fried shrimp in a large bowl or serving platter, drizzle generously with warm hot honey, then toss lightly to coat every piece with the sticky, sweet-spicy glaze.

Notes

  • Pat shrimp dry thoroughly before coating to help the batter stick better and achieve maximum crispiness.
  • Maintain a consistent oil temperature (around 350°F/175°C) to avoid soggy or greasy shrimp.
  • Fry shrimp in small batches to keep oil temperature stable and ensure even cooking.
  • Warm the hot honey gently to improve pourability and flavor blending.
  • Best served fresh immediately for optimal crunch and taste.

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Keywords: fried shrimp, hot honey, sweet and spicy shrimp, crispy shrimp, quick seafood appetizer, gluten free shrimp

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