Hot Honey Fried Shrimp (Print Version)
Golden crispy shrimp coated in sweet spicy honey glaze, ready in 35 minutes.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Shrimp
01 - 1 lb large raw shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails on or off as desired
02 - 1 tsp kosher salt
03 - ½ tsp black pepper
→ Breading Station
04 - ½ cup all-purpose flour
05 - ½ cup cornstarch
06 - 1 tsp garlic powder
07 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
08 - 2 large eggs, beaten
09 - 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
→ Frying
10 - Vegetable oil for frying (approximately 2 inches deep)
→ Hot Honey Glaze
11 - ⅓ cup honey
12 - 2 tbsp hot sauce (such as Franks RedHot or Sriracha)
13 - 1 tbsp unsalted butter
14 - ½ tsp red pepper flakes
→ Garnish
15 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh chives or parsley
16 - Lemon wedges for serving
# Steps:
01 - Pat the shrimp completely dry with paper towels to ensure proper breading adherence. Season generously with kosher salt and black pepper, tossing to coat evenly.
02 - Arrange three shallow bowls in sequence. In the first bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, and smoked paprika until well combined. Place beaten eggs in the second bowl. Add panko breadcrumbs to the third bowl.
03 - Working with one shrimp at a time, dredge in the flour mixture, shaking off excess. Dip into the beaten eggs, allowing excess to drip off. Press firmly into panko breadcrumbs to coat thoroughly, ensuring complete coverage. Transfer to a clean plate.
04 - Pour vegetable oil to a depth of 2 inches in a deep skillet or Dutch oven. Heat over medium-high heat until the temperature reaches 350°F, maintaining consistent heat throughout frying.
05 - Fry shrimp in small batches to prevent overcrowding, cooking for 2-3 minutes total. Turn halfway through for even browning. Remove when golden brown and crispy, transferring to a paper-towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
06 - Combine honey, hot sauce, unsalted butter, and red pepper flakes in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir continuously until butter melts and mixture is heated through, approximately 2 minutes. Do not boil.
07 - Place fried shrimp in a large bowl. Pour hot honey glaze over shrimp and toss gently until evenly coated. Serve immediately while hot and crispy, garnished with fresh chives or parsley and accompanied by lemon wedges.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The contrast between crispy golden shrimp and that sticky, fiery honey glaze is absolutely addictive
- It comes together faster than you'd think, making it perfect for impressing guests without spending hours in the kitchen
02 -
- Dont overcrowd the pan when frying—too many shrimp at once drops the oil temperature and you'll end up with soggy coating
- The glaze works best when it's warm but not boiling hot, which helps it coat without making the shrimp soggy
03 -
- Let the breaded shrimp sit for 10 minutes before frying—this helps the coating adhere better
- Skip the glaze on a few shrimp for anyone who wants them plain