Crispy Honey Glazed Shrimp

Crispy Honey Glazed Shrimp

Ingredients:

For the shrimp:

1 lb raw shrimp (peeled and deveined, tails on or off)

1/2 cup cornstarch

1/2 cup all-purpose flour

1 tsp garlic powder

1/2 tsp salt

1/2 tsp black pepper

2 eggs, beaten

Oil for frying (vegetable or canola)

For the honey glaze:

1/3 cup honey

2 tbsp soy sauce

1 tbsp rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)

1 tsp sesame oil (optional)

2 cloves garlic, minced

1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)

1 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (for thickening)

Topping (optional):

Toasted sesame seeds

Chopped green onions

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Instructions:

1. Prep the shrimp:

Pat shrimp dry. Mix cornstarch, flour, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl.

Dip each shrimp in beaten egg, then coat in the flour mix.

2. Fry:

Heat 1 inch of oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.

Fry shrimp in batches, 2–3 minutes per side until golden and crispy. Drain on paper towels.

3. Make the glaze:

In a small saucepan, combine honey, soy sauce, vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, and red pepper flakes.

Bring to a simmer, then stir in the cornstarch slurry. Cook until thickened (1–2 mins).

4. Coat:

Toss the crispy shrimp in the glaze or drizzle on top just before serving.

5. Serve:

Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions. Serve with rice or steamed veggies.