Description
Indulge in the perfect combination of crispy, succulent shrimp coated in a spicy, sweet hot honey glaze. These hot honey fried shrimp are a crowd-pleaser, whether served as an appetizer or main dish. The crunchy exterior gives way to tender, flavorful shrimp with a kick of heat and a touch of sweetness.
Ingredients
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For the Shrimp:
- 1 pound large shrimp (peeled and deveined, tails on)
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- vegetable oil for frying
For the Hot Honey Sauce:
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 tablespoon hot sauce (or more to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 tablespoon butter
Instructions
- Marinate the Shrimp: In a bowl, combine the shrimp, buttermilk, and hot sauce. Let it marinate for 10–15 minutes.
- Prepare the Coating: In a separate bowl, mix the flour, cornstarch, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and cayenne.
- Fry the Shrimp: Heat oil in a skillet to 350°F. Dredge shrimp in the seasoned flour mixture and fry in batches for 2–3 minutes per side.
- Make the Hot Honey Sauce: Combine honey, hot sauce, red pepper flakes, and butter in a saucepan over low heat. Stir until melted and warmed through.
- Serve: Drizzle hot honey over the fried shrimp or serve on the side for dipping.
Notes
- Adjust heat level by adding more or less hot sauce or chili flakes.
- Serve over rice, in tacos, or with slaw for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: about 6 shrimp
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 170mg
