Crispy Hot Honey Fried Shrimp You’ll Crave Again and Again

Discover the balance of sweetness and heat in these Hot Honey Fried Shrimp, a dish perfect for any gathering.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 15

Cooling Time 5

Total Time 35

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Appetizers

Cuisine: American

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Shrimp

1 lb Large Shrimp peeled and deveined

For the Dredging Mixture

1/2 cup Buttermilk
1 cup All-Purpose Flour
1/4 cup Cornstarch
1 tsp Kosher Salt
1/2 tsp Black Pepper
1 tsp Garlic Powder

For Frying

2 cups Neutral Frying Oil e.g., canola or vegetable oil

For the Hot Honey Glaze

1/2 cup Honey
2 cloves Fresh Garlic minced
1 tsp Red Chili Flakes
1 tbsp Hot Sauce

Equipment

Dutch oven
Shallow bowls
wire rack
Slotted spoon

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions for Hot Honey Fried Shrimp

Prepare Dredging Station: Pour 1/2 cup of buttermilk into a shallow bowl. In another bowl, whisk together 1 cup of all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup of cornstarch, 1 teaspoon of kosher salt, 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper, and 1 teaspoon of garlic powder.
Coat Shrimp: Pat dry the 1 lb shrimp, dip them in buttermilk, then coat in the flour mixture. Transfer to a wire rack.
Heat Oil: In a Dutch oven, heat 2 cups of neutral frying oil to 350°F (175°C).
Fry Shrimp: Add coated shrimp in batches, frying for 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown.
Prepare Glaze: Sauté 2 minced garlic cloves in a skillet, then add 1/2 cup of honey, 1 teaspoon of red chili flakes, and 1 tablespoon of hot sauce. Simmer until thickened.
Combine & Serve: Toss shrimp with the glaze, serve warm, and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 3mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Ensure that the oil is always at 350°F (175°C) for crispy shrimp.

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