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Hot Honey Fried Shrimp

Hot Honey Fried Shrimp That Will Spice Up Your Dinner!

This Hot Honey Fried Shrimp is a sweet and spicy dish that elevates your dining experience with crispy, golden shrimp in a delightful glaze.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 shrimp
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound large, peeled and deveined shrimp Use for best seafood flavor.
  • 2 large eggs Acts as a binder.
  • 1/4 cup milk Can swap with plant-based milk.
For the Coating
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour.
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder Adds savory depth.
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder Contributes sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika Infuses mild smokiness.
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon salt Enhances overall flavor.
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper Adds slight heat.
For the Hot Honey Sauce
  • 1/2 cup honey The heart of the sauce.
  • 2 tablespoons hot sauce Adjust spice level.
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter Adds richness.
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar Balances sweetness.
  • pinch red pepper flakes Adds extra heat.
For Frying
  • 2 inches vegetable oil Choose high smoke point oil.

Equipment

  • small saucepan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Deep frying pan or cast-iron skillet
  • kitchen thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Hot Honey Fried Shrimp
  1. In a small saucepan, combine honey, hot sauce, butter, apple cider vinegar, and red pepper flakes. Heat over medium heat for 3–5 minutes until melted.
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  2. Rinse shrimp under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
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  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, cayenne, salt, and black pepper.
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  4. In a separate bowl, beat eggs with milk until smooth.
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  5. Heat vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C) in a deep frying pan.
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  6. Dredge shrimp in the flour mixture, dip in egg wash, then back in flour.
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  7. Fry shrimp in batches for 2–3 minutes until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
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  8. Toss fried shrimp in the hot honey sauce until well-coated.
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  9. Serve on a platter with extra sauce for dipping.
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Nutrition

Serving: 5shrimpCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 15gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For maximum crispiness, ensure shrimp are completely dry before coating. Adjust spice levels of the hot honey sauce to your preference.

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