Crispy Fried Shrimp with Hot Honey
Enjoy crispy fried shrimp drizzled with sweet and spicy hot honey, a quick and delicious dish!
Equipment
- Deep Fryer or Large Pot For frying the shrimp.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp, thawed, peeled, deveined, tail-on
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 cup vegetable oil, for frying
- 0.5 cup hot honey homemade or store-bought
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, add the shrimp and pour the buttermilk over them, ensuring each shrimp is well-coated. Let them marinate at room temperature for at least 15 minutes. (Tip: This step helps tenderize the shrimp.)
- In a separate medium bowl, combine the flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, kosher salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Mix well and set aside.
- One at a time, remove the shrimp from the buttermilk, allowing any excess liquid to drip off. Dredge each shrimp generously in the seasoned flour mixture, ensuring they are fully coated. Place the coated shrimp on a large baking sheet and repeat with the remaining shrimp.
- In a large pot, heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil over medium heat. Use a candy or deep-fry thermometer to bring the oil to 350°F (175°C).
- Line another baking sheet with parchment paper and set it aside.
- Once the oil is hot, carefully transfer the coated shrimp into the oil, frying in batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry for 2-3 minutes, turning occasionally, until the shrimp are golden brown and crispy. (Tip: You may need to let the oil heat back up to 350°F after each batch for the best results.)
- Using a slotted spoon, remove the fried shrimp from the oil and place them on the lined baking sheet. Drizzle the shrimp with hot honey.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot. (Tip: These shrimp are best enjoyed fresh out of the fryer!)
Notes
For a milder flavor, reduce the cayenne pepper or omit it entirely. You can also serve these shrimp with a side of dipping sauce for extra flavor. No alcoholic drinks allowed, please substitute with a non-alcoholic option.