Jul 13 2026
RestaurantsCotton RestaurantSweet And Spicy Popcorn Shrimp Recipe

Sweet And Spicy Popcorn Shrimp Recipe

Inspired by Cotton Restaurant
Time30m
Serves4

Movie theatre-style wild caught fried white shrimp with sweet and spicy glaze

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Ingredients

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Shrimp

Method

Shrimp Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Shrimp

    Peel and devein the wild caught white shrimp, then rinse them under cold water. Pat dry with paper towels. Season the shrimp with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Set aside.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Breading

    In a bowl, beat the large egg. In another bowl, place the cornstarch. In a third bowl, add the panko breadcrumbs. Dip each shrimp first into cornstarch, then into the egg, and finally coat with panko breadcrumbs, pressing gently to ensure the breadcrumbs adhere.

Frying

  1. 3

    Heat the Oil

    In a deep saucepan or frying pan, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). Use a thermometer for accuracy.

  2. 4

    Fry the Shrimp

    Carefully add the breaded shrimp in batches to the hot oil. Fry for about 2-3 minutes or until they are golden brown and crispy. Use a slotted spoon to remove the shrimp and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.

Glaze Preparation

  1. 5

    Make the Glaze

    In a saucepan over medium heat, combine honey, Sriracha sauce, soy sauce, lime juice, and red pepper flakes. Stir well and bring to a simmer. Cook for about 5 minutes until the glaze thickens slightly.

  2. 6

    Combine Shrimp with Glaze

    Once the glaze is ready, add the fried shrimp to the saucepan and toss gently to coat the shrimp evenly with the glaze. Cook for an additional minute to heat through.

Serving

  1. 7

    Serve the Dish

    Transfer the sweet and spicy popcorn shrimp to a serving platter. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and serve immediately. Enjoy your delicious movie theatre-style shrimp!

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