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Spicy Honey Shrimp

Spicy Honey Shrimp

Crispy and flavorful Spicy Honey Shrimp combines sweet and heat for a quick 30-minute meal perfect for any occasion. Try this easy recipe today.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Marinating Time 15 minutes
Total Time 31 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb g large shrimp peeled and deveined, tails on
  • 1 cup g buttermilk
  • 1 cup g all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp onion powder
  • ½ tsp kosher salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • ¼ tsp cayenne pepper
  • vegetable oil for frying
  • ⅔ cup g spicy honey homemade or store-bought
  • fresh parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Thermometer
  • Tongs or Slotted Spoon
  • Baking Sheet lined with parchment paper
  • Vegetable Oil for frying

Method
 

  1. In a medium bowl, toss the shrimp with buttermilk until fully coated and let sit for 15 minutes at room temperature.
  2. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne.
  3. Shake off excess buttermilk from each shrimp and dredge generously in the seasoned flour, placing on a baking sheet.
  4. Pour about 2 inches of vegetable oil into a large pot and heat to 350°F (175°C).
  5. Fry the shrimp in batches for 2-3 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
  6. Transfer fried shrimp to a paper-lined tray and drizzle immediately with spicy honey.
  7. Sprinkle fresh parsley over the shrimp and serve hot.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Don’t skip the marinating step; it's essential for juicy and flavorful shrimp. You can use cornstarch instead of flour for an extra-crispy coating. Leftover shrimp can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 days; reheat in an oven to restore crispiness. For a healthier option, try baking or air-frying the shrimp instead of frying.
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