Firecracker Shrimp Recipe
Lightly fried and butterflied shrimp tossed in our sweet and spicy firecracker sauce
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Ingredients
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Ingredients
Method
Directions
- 1
Prepare the Shrimp
Butterfly the shrimp by cutting them down the back and removing the vein. Pat them dry with paper towels.
- 2
Set Up Breading Station
In one bowl, place the flour. In a second bowl, beat the eggs. In a third bowl, combine cornstarch and panko breadcrumbs.
- 3
Bread the Shrimp
Coat each shrimp in flour, dip in beaten eggs, then coat with the cornstarch and panko mixture.
- 4
Fry the Shrimp
Heat vegetable oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat. Fry the shrimp in batches until golden and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- 5
Make the Firecracker Sauce
In a separate pan, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant. Stir in honey, sriracha sauce, soy sauce, and rice vinegar. Simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- 6
Toss the Shrimp
Add the fried shrimp to the sauce and toss to coat evenly.
- 7
Garnish and Serve
Serve the shrimp garnished with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.
