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Hot Honey Fried Shrimp Bites

Close-up of crispy, golden hot honey fried shrimp piled on a white plate, glistening with sweet glaze.
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Make crispy fried shrimp tossed in a sweet and spicy hot honey glaze. This recipe is perfect as a party appetizer or a quick dinner addition.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • Vegetable oil, for frying
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons hot sauce (like Frank’s RedHot)
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon butter

Instructions

  1. Pat the shrimp completely dry with paper towels.
  2. In a shallow dish, whisk together the flour, salt, pepper, and paprika.
  3. In a second shallow dish, place the beaten eggs.
  4. In a third shallow dish, place the panko breadcrumbs.
  5. Dredge each shrimp first in the flour mixture, shaking off excess.
  6. Dip the floured shrimp into the egg, letting excess drip off.
  7. Coat the shrimp thoroughly in the panko breadcrumbs, pressing lightly to adhere.
  8. Heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil in a deep skillet or Dutch oven to 350°F (175°C).
  9. Fry the shrimp in batches, careful not to overcrowd the pan, for 2 to 3 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through.
  10. Remove the shrimp with a slotted spoon and place them on a wire rack set over a baking sheet to drain excess oil.
  11. While the shrimp drains, prepare the sauce: Combine the honey, hot sauce, and apple cider vinegar in a small saucepan.
  12. Heat the sauce over medium heat until it just begins to simmer. Remove from heat and stir in the butter until melted and smooth.
  13. Place the hot fried shrimp in a large bowl. Pour the hot honey sauce over the shrimp and toss gently until all pieces are coated.
  14. Serve immediately as a party finger food idea or over rice.

Notes

  • For extra crispy shrimp, chill the breaded shrimp on a tray in the refrigerator for 15 minutes before frying.
  • Adjust the amount of hot sauce to control the spice level of your spicy sweet shrimp bites.
  • You can substitute the hot sauce with chili garlic sauce for a different flavor profile.

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