Description
Firecracker Shrimp is a mouthwatering and spicy seafood delight that promises to elevate any meal. This dish features crispy shrimp coated in a crunchy batter, perfectly complemented by a zesty sauce that balances sweet and heat.
Ingredients
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- 1 lb large peeled and deveined shrimp
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/3 cup Sriracha sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
Instructions
- Pat shrimp dry with paper towels to ensure crispiness.
- Set up a breading station with seasoned flour, beaten eggs, and panko mixed with cornstarch.
- Dip each shrimp in flour, then eggs, followed by panko breadcrumbs.
- Fry the shrimp in hot vegetable oil (about 350?F) until golden brown on both sides (about 2 minutes per side). Drain on paper towels.
- In a saucepan, combine Sriracha, honey, and soy sauce; heat until smooth.
- Toss fried shrimp in the sauce until evenly coated before serving.
Notes
For less spiciness, reduce the amount of Sriracha or substitute with milder sauces.
Serve immediately for optimal crispness; pair with rice or salad for a complete meal.
Feel free to add your favorite vegetables to the dish for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer/Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5 pieces (150g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 150mg