Irresistible Hot Honey Fried Shrimp for Sweet and Spicy Cravings

This Hot Honey Fried Shrimp recipe delivers a delightful combination of sweet and spicy flavors with an ultra-crispy texture.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 15

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 shrimp

Course: Appetizers

Cuisine: Seafood

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Shrimp

1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
0.5 cup buttermilk can substitute with regular milk mixed with vinegar

For the Coating

1 cup all-purpose flour can substitute with gluten-free flour
0.25 cup cornstarch
1 tsp kosher salt
0.5 tsp black pepper
1 tsp garlic powder for depth of flavor

For Frying

2 cups neutral frying oil e.g., canola, vegetable, or peanut oil

For the Honey Glaze

0.5 cup honey
2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
1 tsp red chili flakes adjust according to spice preference
1 tbsp hot sauce

Equipment

Dutch Oven
Bowl
Whisk
Spider strainer
skillet

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Set up a dredging station with buttermilk in one bowl and the flour mixture in another.
Pat shrimp dry, dip in buttermilk, and dredge in the flour mixture.
Heat oil in a Dutch oven to 350°F (175°C).
Fry shrimp in batches for 2-3 minutes until golden-brown.
Make honey glaze by sautéing garlic, then add honey, red chili flakes, and hot sauce.
Coat fried shrimp in the honey glaze and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 160mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, maintain oil temperature and pat shrimp dry before dredging. Serve immediately for optimal crispiness.

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