Description
Deliciously crispy fried shrimp tossed in a sweet and spicy hot honey sauce, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons milk
- Vegetable oil for frying
- ½ cup honey
- 2 tablespoons hot sauce (adjust to taste)
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Make the Sauce: In a small saucepan, mix the honey, hot sauce, butter, apple cider vinegar, and red pepper flakes. Heat on medium until the butter melts, then set aside to cool slightly.
- Prepare the Shrimp: Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat dry.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine the flour, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
- Prepare the Egg Mixture: In another bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk until well combined.
- Heat the Oil: In a deep pan or frying pot, heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- Bread the Shrimp: Dredge each shrimp in the flour mixture, shake off the excess, dip in the egg mixture, and coat again in the flour mixture.
- Fry to Perfection: Carefully place shrimp in the hot oil, frying them a few at a time for 2-3 minutes or until golden brown.
- Add the Sauce: Once all shrimp are fried, toss them in the hot honey sauce until well coated.
- Serve: Enjoy immediately with extra sauce for dipping!
Notes
For best results, fry in small batches and monitor the oil temperature.