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Hot Honey Fried Shrimp

Savor Hot Honey Fried Shrimp for a Sweet & Spicy Treat

Experience the irresistible crunch of Hot Honey Fried Shrimp, a delightful mix of sweet and spicy flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 shrimp
Course: APPETIZERS
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp Marinade
  • 1 pound Large raw shrimp, peeled and deveined Main ingredient
  • 1 cup Buttermilk Tenderizes shrimp and adds flavor
For the Coating
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Creates crunchy outer layer
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Adds color and flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Intensifies flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Deepens taste
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Essential for seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Provides a gentle zing
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Introduces heat
For Frying
  • 2 cups Vegetable Oil For frying
For the Hot Honey Finish
  • 1/3 cup Hot Honey For drizzling
  • 2 tablespoons Parsley, chopped For garnish

Equipment

  • Deep pot
  • Thermometer
  • Baking Sheet
  • mixing bowls

Method
 

Marinate and Prepare
  1. Soak the shrimp in buttermilk for 15 minutes at room temperature.
  2. In a separate bowl, mix flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, kosher salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
Fry the Shrimp
  1. Dredge each shrimp in the seasoned flour and lay on a baking sheet.
  2. Heat 2 inches of vegetable oil in a deep pot to 350°F.
  3. Fry the shrimp in batches for 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
  4. Drain the fried shrimp on a lined baking sheet.
  5. Drizzle generously with hot honey and sprinkle with chopped parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 4shrimpCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve immediately with extra hot honey on the side for dipping.

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