Cosmic Zings
Elevate your appetizer game with the out-of-this-world flavors of Cosmic Zings! Featuring perfectly battered and golden-fried shrimp, these irresistible bites are coated in a zesty, creamy sauce made from sriracha, honey, lime juice, and mayo for the ultimate balance of heat and tangy sweetness. The light and crispy batter, crafted with club soda and a blend of spices, ensures every bite is delightfully crunchy. Garnished with fresh green onions and optional sesame seeds, these shrimp are a show-stopping treat for entertaining or spicing up weeknight dinners. Ready in just 25 minutes, Cosmic Zings are a quick and easy recipe that packs bold flavors, perfect for seafood lovers looking for a unique culinary twist.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams peeled and deveined shrimp
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 120 milliliters club soda
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 500 milliliters vegetable oil (for frying)
- 4 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons sriracha
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 2 tablespoons green onions (finely sliced)
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional garnish)
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together cornstarch, all-purpose flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Slowly pour in club soda while stirring to create a smooth batter. Set aside for a few minutes.
Heat the vegetable oil in a deep skillet or frying pot over medium-high heat until it reaches 180°C (350°F).
Pat the shrimp dry with a paper towel. Dip each shrimp into the batter, ensuring it's fully coated.
Carefully lower the shrimp into the hot oil, working in batches so as not to overcrowd the pan.
Fry the shrimp for 2-3 minutes, or until they turn golden and crispy. Remove using a slotted spoon and transfer to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sriracha, honey, and lime juice until smooth. This will be the Cosmic Zings sauce.
Toss the fried shrimp in the sauce until they are thoroughly coated.
Transfer the sauced shrimp to a serving plate. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds, if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Cosmic Zings while they're hot and crispy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5540 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 548.1 g | 703% | |
| Saturated Fat | 76.3 g | 382% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1036 mg | 346% | |
| Sodium | 3144 mg | 137% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 85.5 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.8 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.3 g | ||
| Protein | 125.1 g | 250% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 263 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 5.2 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 1631 mg | 35% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
