Hot Honey Fried Shrimp (Print version)

Golden crispy shrimp coated in sweet spicy honey glaze

# What you'll need:

→ Shrimp

01 - 1 lb large raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
02 - 1 tsp kosher salt
03 - ½ tsp black pepper

→ Breading

04 - ½ cup all-purpose flour
05 - ½ cup cornstarch
06 - 1 tsp garlic powder
07 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
08 - 2 large eggs
09 - 1 cup panko breadcrumbs

→ Frying

10 - Vegetable oil for frying

→ Hot Honey Glaze

11 - ⅓ cup honey
12 - 2 tbsp hot sauce
13 - 1 tbsp unsalted butter
14 - ½ tsp red pepper flakes

→ Garnish

15 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh chives or parsley
16 - Lemon wedges

# Method:

01 - Pat shrimp dry with paper towels and season evenly with kosher salt and black pepper.
02 - Set up three shallow bowls: combine flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, and smoked paprika in the first; beat eggs in the second; place panko breadcrumbs in the third.
03 - Dredge each shrimp in flour mixture, dip into beaten eggs, then press firmly into panko crumbs to coat thoroughly.
04 - Pour 2 inches vegetable oil into deep skillet or Dutch oven and heat to 350°F.
05 - Fry shrimp in batches for 2-3 minutes, turning halfway, until golden brown and crispy. Transfer to paper towel-lined plate to drain.
06 - In small saucepan over low heat, melt butter with honey, hot sauce, and red pepper flakes. Stir until fully combined and heated through.
07 - Toss fried shrimp with hot honey glaze until evenly coated. Serve immediately garnished with fresh chives or parsley and lemon wedges.

# Expert advice:

01 -
  • The crispy panko shell shatters beautifully against that sticky, fiery glaze
  • It comes together faster than you can order takeout, but tastes like something from a restaurant
  • The heat level is completely yours to control, making it work for everyone at the table
02 -
  • Don't crowd the pan or your oil temperature will drop and you'll end up with soggy shrimp
  • The glaze softens the coating quickly, so toss and serve, don't let them sit
  • If your glaze thickens too much, a splash of water brings it right back
03 -
  • Keep your fried shrimp warm in a 200°F oven while frying subsequent batches
  • Double the glaze if you're serving these as a main course, everyone wants extra

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