Crispy Honey-Glazed Shrimp
A delightful dish combining crispy fried shrimp with a sweet and spicy honey glaze, perfect for appetizers or main courses.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 300kcal
Ingredients
For the shrimp
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled, deveined, tail-on Juicy and plump for frying
- 1/2 cup hot honey For glazing the shrimp
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper Adds heat
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder For flavor depth
- 1 teaspoon paprika For color and smokiness
- 1 cup buttermilk For tenderizing shrimp
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder Enhances flavor profile
- 1 cup all-purpose flour For coating the shrimp
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt For seasoning
- vegetable oil, for frying Essential for frying
- fresh parsley, chopped For garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Soak the shrimp in buttermilk for 15 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, combine the all-purpose flour with paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and cayenne. Mix well.
Frying
- Heat vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C) in a deep skillet.
- Remove the shrimp from the buttermilk and let excess drip off. Dredge in the flour mixture.
- Carefully add the coated shrimp to the hot oil and fry for 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
- Drain on paper towels to soak up excess oil.
Serving
- Drizzle the shrimp with hot honey.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve.
Notes
For added crunch, consider double-dipping the shrimp. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days. Freeze for longer storage. Variations include using maple syrup or adding sesame seeds.