Jul 17 2026
RestaurantsCafe 2825Hot Honey Crispy Fried Calamari & Shrimp Recipe

Hot Honey Crispy Fried Calamari & Shrimp Recipe

Inspired by Cafe 2825
Time30m
Serves4

Crispy calamari, shrimp, diced shishito peppers, hot honey gastrique

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Ingredients

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Fried Calamari & Shrimp Ingredients

Method

Frying Directions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Batter

    In a bowl, mix together the flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. In another bowl, pour the buttermilk.

  2. 2

    Coat the Seafood

    Dip the calamari rings and shrimp into the buttermilk, letting the excess drip off, then dredge them in the flour mixture until fully coated.

  3. 3

    Fry the Seafood

    In a large pot or deep fryer, heat vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C). Fry the coated calamari and shrimp in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.

  4. 4

    Sauté Shishito Peppers

    In a separate pan, sauté the diced shishito peppers in a little olive oil until blistered, about 3-4 minutes.

  5. 5

    Serve

    Arrange the crispy fried calamari and shrimp on a platter, top with sautéed shishito peppers, and drizzle the hot honey gastrique over the top. Serve immediately.

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