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Hot Honey Fried Shrimp

Hot Honey Fried Shrimp

This crispy fried shrimp is drizzled with a spicy honey sauce, making it a perfect blend of sweet and heat.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Shrimp
  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined Ensure shrimp are cleaned and dry
Breading
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour For coating the shrimp
  • 1 tsp garlic powder Adds flavor to the breading
  • 1 tsp onion powder Enhances the taste of the shrimp
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika Gives a smoky flavor
  • 0.5 tsp cayenne pepper Adjust to taste for heat
  • 0.5 tsp salt Balances the flavors
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper Adds a hint of spice
Egg Mixture
  • 2 large eggs Helps the flour stick to the shrimp
  • 2 tbsp milk Thins the egg mixture slightly
For Frying
  • 1 sufficient vegetable oil for frying Enough to submerge the shrimp
Hot Honey Sauce
  • 0.5 cup honey Base for the sauce
  • 2 tbsp hot sauce Adjust to taste for spiciness
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter Adds richness to the sauce
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar Adds acidity to balance the sweetness
  • 0.25 tsp red pepper flakes For extra heat

Equipment

  • Frying Pan

Method
 

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
  2. In another bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk.
  3. Dip each shrimp in the egg mixture, then coat in the flour mixture.
  4. Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Fry the shrimp until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
  5. For the hot honey sauce, melt butter in a small saucepan, then stir in honey, hot sauce, apple cider vinegar, and red pepper flakes. Heat until combined.
  6. Drizzle the hot honey sauce over the fried shrimp before serving.

Notes

Serve with a side of coleslaw or over a bed of rice for a complete meal. Adjust the spiciness of the sauce to your liking.