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Hot Honey Fried Shrimp

Hot Honey Fried Shrimp: Sweet, Spicy Perfection Awaits

Hot Honey Fried Shrimp is a delicious blend of sweet and spicy flavors, perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound Fresh or thawed shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Coating
  • 1 cup All-purpose or gluten-free flour
  • 1/2 cup Cornstarch
  • 1 large Egg, whisked
For the Glaze
  • 1/2 cup Hot honey
  • 1 teaspoon Chili flakes Adjust to taste
Optional Garnishes
  • 1/4 cup Fresh parsley, chopped
  • 2 wedges Lemon

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing bowls
  • Measuring Cups
  • whisk
  • candy thermometer

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Rinse shrimp under cold water and pat dry. Season with salt and pepper.
  2. Set up dredging station: place flour, cornstarch, and whisked egg in separate bowls. Coat shrimp in flour, then egg, then flour-cornstarch mixture.
  3. Heat oil in skillet to 350°F (175°C).
  4. Add coated shrimp to hot oil in small batches, frying for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
  5. In a saucepan, combine honey and chili flakes over low heat until well combined.
  6. Drizzle hot honey glaze over fried shrimp and toss gently to coat.
  7. Serve garnished with parsley and lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days in the fridge or freeze for up to 3 months.

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