Description
This Crispy Honey-Glazed Shrimp recipe delivers a perfect balance of crunchy texture and sweet-savory flavor. Lightly battered shrimp are fried to golden perfection and then tossed in a sticky honey glaze infused with soy sauce, fresh ginger, and garlic. It’s a quick, delicious appetizer or main dish that guarantees a crowd-pleasing meal in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
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Shrimp and Batter
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup cold sparkling water
- Vegetable oil, for frying (about 2 inches deep)
Honey Glaze
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water (slurry)
Instructions
- Prepare the batter: In a bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, and black pepper. Gradually add the cold sparkling water, stirring until you achieve a smooth, lump-free batter.
- Heat the oil: Pour vegetable oil into a deep pan to a depth of about 2 inches. Heat the oil to 350°F (175°C), using a thermometer for accuracy.
- Fry the shrimp: Dip each shrimp into the batter, allowing any excess to drip off. Carefully place the shrimp into the hot oil in batches, frying for 2 to 3 minutes per side until they turn golden brown and crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels to eliminate excess oil.
- Make the honey glaze: In a saucepan over medium heat, combine honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, grated ginger, minced garlic, and sesame oil. Let the mixture simmer gently to meld the flavors.
- Thicken the glaze: Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook for 1 to 2 minutes, stirring constantly until the glaze thickens. Remove from heat.
- Coat the shrimp: Toss the crispy fried shrimp in the warm honey glaze until each piece is fully coated and shiny.
- Serve: Plate the glazed shrimp immediately, garnishing with sesame seeds or chopped green onions if desired for extra flavor and visual appeal.
Notes
- Use cold sparkling water to make the batter extra light and crispy.
- Maintain oil temperature at 350°F to ensure crispy shrimp without absorbing excess oil.
- Do not overcrowd the pan when frying to keep the oil temperature steady.
- The glaze can be adjusted in sweetness or tang by modifying honey or vinegar to taste.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with gluten-free flour blend.
- Leftover glazed shrimp are best eaten immediately to maintain crispiness.
