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Hot Honey Fried Shrimp Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Hot Honey Fried Shrimp recipe combines crispy, golden-fried shrimp with a spicy-sweet honey glaze, creating a perfect balance of flavors and textures. The shrimp are seasoned, dredged in flour, buttermilk, and panko breadcrumbs for extra crunch, then fried to perfection. The glaze, made with honey, hot sauce, butter, red pepper flakes, and apple cider vinegar, adds a delightful kick. Ideal as a flavorful appetizer or main dish, this recipe serves 4 and takes just 30 minutes to prepare.

Ingredients

Shrimp and Coating

  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • Vegetable oil, for frying

Hot Honey Glaze

  • â…“ cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons hot sauce (adjust to taste)
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar

Instructions

  1. Season the shrimp: Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture, then season evenly with garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper to enhance the flavor.
  2. Prepare dredging stations: Set up three separate bowls—one with all-purpose flour, one with buttermilk, and one with panko breadcrumbs—to create an assembly line for coating the shrimp.
  3. Coat the shrimp: Dip each shrimp first into the flour, ensuring a light dusting, then submerge in the buttermilk to moisten, and finally press it into the panko breadcrumbs to form a crispy outer layer. Place the coated shrimp on a tray ready for frying.
  4. Heat the oil: Pour vegetable oil into a deep skillet or pot and heat it to 350°F (175°C). Use a thermometer to maintain the temperature for even frying.
  5. Fry the shrimp: Fry the shrimp in batches to prevent overcrowding, cooking each batch for 2-3 minutes until they turn golden brown and crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels to absorb excess oil.
  6. Make the hot honey glaze: In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine honey, hot sauce, butter, red pepper flakes, and apple cider vinegar. Stir continuously until the butter melts and the mixture is smooth. Remove from heat.
  7. Serve: Drizzle the hot honey glaze over the fried shrimp or serve it on the side as a dipping sauce to your preference. Enjoy immediately while hot and crispy.

Notes

  • For extra heat, increase the amount of hot sauce or red pepper flakes in the glaze.
  • Use a frying thermometer to maintain consistent oil temperature for perfect crispiness.
  • If you prefer, substitute the buttermilk with regular milk mixed with a tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar.
  • To make this dish gluten-free, use gluten-free flour and breadcrumbs.
  • Serve with a side of fresh salad or coleslaw for a complete meal.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/hot-honey-fried-shrimp-recipe-2/