Description
Hot Honey Fried Shrimp is a delightful fusion of crispy fried shrimp and a sweet, spicy drizzle of hot honey. This dish offers a perfect contrast of textures, with each bite featuring a crunchy exterior that gives way to juicy, tender shrimp. The addition of hot honey elevates the flavor profile, creating an irresistible combination that will tantalize your taste buds. Whether served as an appetizer at your next gathering or as a main course for family dinner, this recipe is sure to impress your guests and leave them craving more. With minimal prep and cooking time, you can whip up this flavorful dish in no time!
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cornstarch
- 1/2 cup hot honey (or honey infused with red pepper flakes)
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat dry.
- In a bowl, mix equal parts flour and cornstarch; season with salt and pepper.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet until it reaches 350?F (175?C).
- Coat each shrimp in the flour mixture and shake off excess.
- Fry shrimp in batches for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Drain on paper towels and drizzle generously with hot honey before serving.
Notes
For extra crunch, consider double-dipping the shrimp in the batter before frying.
Adjust the spice level of the hot honey by adding cayenne or chili flakes to taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 150mg