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Spicy Honey Shrimp

Spicy Honey Shrimp

Crispy Spicy Honey Shrimp with a sweet and tangy glaze. Perfect for appetizers or main courses. Easy recipe with bold flavors.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 3 minutes
Total Time 28 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 450 g large shrimp, peeled, deveined, with tails on
  • 245 g buttermilk
  • 125 g all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.5 tsp onion powder
  • 0.5 tsp kosher salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 0.25 tsp cayenne pepper
  • q.s. vegetable oil for frying
  • 170 g spicy honey homemade or store-bought
  • q.s. fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Thermometer
  • Slotted Spoon
  • Baking Sheet with Parchment Paper
  • Mixing Bowls

Method
 

  1. In a medium bowl, toss your shrimp with buttermilk until they’re fully coated and let sit for 15 minutes.
  2. In another bowl, whisk together flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne.
  3. Remove each shrimp from the buttermilk, letting excess drip off, and dredge in the seasoned flour.
  4. Pour vegetable oil into a large pot until about 2 inches deep and heat to 350°F (180°C).
  5. Carefully add the shrimp to the hot oil in small batches and fry for 2–3 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
  6. Remove with a slotted spoon and place on a paper towel-lined tray to drain excess oil, repeating with remaining shrimp.
  7. Drizzle the fried shrimp with spicy honey and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 240mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For extra crispiness, consider double-coating the shrimp by dipping them back into the buttermilk and flour mixture. To add a twist, chill the coated shrimp for 10 minutes in the fridge before frying. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to two days and reheated in the oven. Feel free to adjust the spice level by reducing the cayenne pepper for a milder version. Enjoy this dish as an appetizer or a main course with rice and vegetables!
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