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Close-up of crispy, fried shrimp coated in a vibrant orange hot honey glaze, served on a white plate.

Hot Honey Fried Shrimp


  • Author: ferecipe.com
  • Total Time: 25 min
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Description

Crispy fried shrimp coated in a sweet and spicy hot honey glaze.


Ingredients

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  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • Vegetable oil for frying
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons hot sauce
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

Instructions

  1. Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels.
  2. In a shallow dish, whisk together the flour, salt, pepper, paprika, and cayenne pepper.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk the egg and milk together.
  4. Dip each shrimp first into the flour mixture, then into the egg mixture, and finally back into the flour mixture, pressing lightly to coat.
  5. Heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil in a deep skillet to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  6. Fry the shrimp in batches for 2 to 3 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on a wire rack.
  7. While the shrimp fries, combine the honey, hot sauce, and apple cider vinegar in a small saucepan. Heat over low heat until warm and well mixed. Do not boil.
  8. Toss the hot, fried shrimp immediately in the hot honey mixture until evenly coated.
  9. Serve right away.

Notes

  • For extra crispiness, you can chill the coated shrimp for 15 minutes before frying.
  • Adjust the amount of hot sauce to control the spice level of the glaze.
  • Prep Time: 15 min
  • Cook Time: 10 min
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 25
  • Sodium: 450
  • Fat: 20
  • Saturated Fat: 4
  • Unsaturated Fat: 16
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 40
  • Fiber: 1
  • Protein: 30
  • Cholesterol: 180

Keywords: hot honey, fried shrimp, spicy shrimp, sweet and spicy, seafood