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Hot Honey Fried Shrimp

Irresistible Hot Honey Fried Shrimp That'll Spice Up Dinner

Deliciously addictive Hot Honey Fried Shrimp that combines sweetness and spice for an unforgettable dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 lb Large Shrimp thawed, peeled, and deveined
  • 1 cup Buttermilk tenderizes shrimp
For the Coating
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour can substitute with self-rising flour
  • 1 tsp Paprika adds smoky flavor
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 0.5 tsp Onion Powder
  • 0.5 tsp Kosher Salt
  • 0.25 tsp Black Pepper
  • 0.25 tsp Cayenne Pepper adjust to preference
For Frying
  • 2 inches Vegetable Oil for frying
For Drizzling
  • 0.5 cup Hot Honey elevates flavor
For Garnish
  • Chopped Parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Deep-fryer or heavy-bottomed pot
  • slotted spoon
  • Deep-fry thermometer

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Marinate the shrimp in buttermilk for 15 minutes at room temperature.
  2. Prepare the coating by whisking together flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, kosher salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
  3. Dredge each shrimp in the seasoned flour mixture after marinating.
  4. Heat vegetable oil in a pot to 350°F.
  5. Fry the shrimp in batches for 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
  6. Drizzle hot honey over the shrimp immediately after frying.

Nutrition

Serving: 4shrimpCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 18gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 175mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Serve immediately after frying for best texture. Adjust spices to your preference.

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