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Hot Honey Fried Shrimp: A Spicy Delight You Must Try!

Hot Honey Fried Shrimp is a spicy and sweet dish that combines crispy fried shrimp with a delicious hot honey glaze.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 teaspoon hot sauce
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup vegetable oil for frying
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1 tablespoon red pepper flakes adjust to taste
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Method
 

  1. In a medium bowl, combine buttermilk and hot sauce. Add the shrimp, ensuring they are fully submerged. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to marinate.
  2. In a separate bowl, mix together flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F.
  4. Remove shrimp from the buttermilk marinade, allowing excess to drip off. Dredge each shrimp in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess flour.
  5. Carefully place the coated shrimp in the hot oil, frying in batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry for about 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through.
  6. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the fried shrimp to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
  7. In a small saucepan over low heat, combine honey, red pepper flakes, and lemon juice. Stir until warmed and well mixed.
  8. Drizzle the hot honey mixture over the fried shrimp and toss gently to coat.
  9. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 22gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10g

Notes

  • For a crunchier texture, double-dip the shrimp by returning them to the buttermilk after the first dredge and then coating them again in the flour mixture.
  • Try adding different spices to the flour mixture, such as cayenne pepper for extra heat or Italian seasoning for a different flavor profile.

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