Hot Honey Fried Shrimp Recipe
This Hot Honey Fried Shrimp recipe features crispy, golden-fried shrimp coated in a flavorful seasoned flour and drizzled with sweet and spicy hot honey. Perfect as an appetizer or main dish, the shrimp are marinated in buttermilk for tenderness, deep fried to perfection, and garnished with fresh parsley for a burst of color and freshness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer, Main Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern American
Ingredients
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Shrimp and Marinade
- 1 pound large shrimp, thawed, peeled, deveined, tail-on
- 1 cup (245 g) buttermilk
Seasoned Flour Coating
- 1 cup (125 g) all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
Frying and Garnish
- Vegetable oil, for frying (about 2 inches deep in pot)
- ½ cup (170 g) hot honey (homemade or store-bought)
- Parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Marinate the shrimp: In a medium bowl, place the shrimp and pour the buttermilk over them. Toss to ensure each shrimp is coated. Let the shrimp marinate at room temperature for at least 15 minutes to tenderize and infuse flavor.
- Prepare the seasoned flour: In a separate medium bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, kosher salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Mix well so the spices are evenly distributed.
- Coat the shrimp: Remove the shrimp from the buttermilk marinade one at a time, allowing excess liquid to drip off. Dredge each shrimp thoroughly in the seasoned flour mixture, ensuring full coverage. Place coated shrimp on a large baking sheet and continue until all shrimp are coated.
- Heat the oil: Pour vegetable oil into a large pot, filling it about 2 inches deep. Heat over medium heat until the oil reaches 350°F, checking with a candy or deep-fry thermometer for accuracy.
- Fry the shrimp: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to drain the cooked shrimp. Working in batches to avoid overcrowding, carefully add coated shrimp to the hot oil. Fry for 2 to 3 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and crispy. Allow the oil to return to 350°F between batches.
- Drain and drizzle: Using a slotted spoon, transfer the fried shrimp to the prepared baking sheet to drain excess oil. While still warm, drizzle the shrimp generously with hot honey to add a sweet and spicy glaze.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley on top for a bright finish. Serve the hot honey fried shrimp immediately while they’re crispy and warm.
Notes
- Ensure oil temperature remains around 350°F for optimal frying and crispiness.
- Do not overcrowd the pot when frying to avoid lowering the oil temperature and greasy shrimp.
- Hot honey can be homemade by mixing honey with chili flakes and allowing it to infuse, or purchased pre-made.
- Serve with a dipping sauce like ranch or a squeeze of fresh lemon for added flavor.
- Use fresh shrimp if possible, but thawed frozen shrimp works well too.
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