Description
Spicy-sweet hot honey fried shrimp brings coastal flavors to your dinner table with crispy perfection. Southern-style seafood gets an exciting upgrade through golden breading and drizzled hot honey that promises delicious excitement for hungry palates.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound (454 g) large shrimp, thawed, peeled, deveined, tail-on
- 1 cup (245 g) buttermilk
- 1 cup (125 g) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup (170 g) hot honey (homemade or store-bought)
Seasoning Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Cooking and Garnish Ingredients:
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- Chopped parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Immerse shrimp in buttermilk for 15-20 minutes to tenderize and help flour adhere effectively. Ensure complete coating for optimal flavor absorption.
- Create a robust seasoning blend by thoroughly mixing spices into flour. Taste test mixture to confirm balanced flavor profile.
- Drain excess buttermilk from shrimp, then meticulously coat each piece in seasoned flour. Press gently to ensure complete and even coverage.
- Heat vegetable oil to precisely 350°F in a deep pot. Use a thermometer to maintain consistent temperature for optimal frying results.
- Gently lower shrimp into hot oil, avoiding overcrowding. Fry for 2-3 minutes, turning once to achieve uniform golden-brown exterior. Maintain oil temperature between batches.
- Remove shrimp immediately when they reach rich amber color. Drain briefly on wire rack or paper towels to eliminate excess oil.
- Drizzle hot honey generously over freshly fried shrimp while still piping hot. The residual heat will help distribute the sweet-spicy glaze evenly.
- Garnish with fresh chopped parsley for vibrant color and herbaceous note. Serve immediately to preserve crispy texture and maximize flavor intensity.
Notes
- Marinate thoroughly to enhance tenderness and flavor absorption, ensuring each shrimp gets maximum seasoning coverage.
- Control oil temperature precisely using a digital thermometer to guarantee consistent golden-brown exterior and perfectly cooked interior.
- Adjust spice blend in flour mixture to accommodate different heat preferences, ranging from mild to extra-spicy versions.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 220 mg