Crispy Sesame Shrimp
Elevate your appetizer game with this irresistible Crispy Sesame Shrimp recipe! Featuring plump shrimp coated in a golden, crunchy layer of Panko breadcrumbs and toasted sesame seeds, each bite offers the perfect balance of texture and flavor. A quick dip in a seasoned cornstarch-flour blend, followed by an egg wash, ensures the ultra-crisp exterior that seals in the shrimp’s natural juiciness. Deep-fried to perfection and paired with a tangy-sweet dipping sauce made of soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, and sesame oil, this dish is a flavor-packed delight. Ready in under 40 minutes, this easy yet elegant recipe is ideal for appetizers, party snacks, or even a main course served over rice or salad. Garnished with fresh green onions, these crispy sesame shrimp are destined to be the star of your next gathering!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Raw shrimp (peeled and deveined, tails on)
- 0.5 cup Cornstarch
- 0.25 cup All-purpose flour
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cup White sesame seeds
- 2 cups Vegetable oil (for frying)
- 0.25 cup Soy sauce
- 2 tbsp Honey
- 1 tbsp Rice vinegar
- 1 tsp Sesame oil
- 2 Green onions (sliced thinly, for garnish)
Instructions
In a medium bowl, combine cornstarch, flour, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
In a separate small bowl, whisk the eggs until well beaten.
In a third bowl, mix Panko breadcrumbs with sesame seeds.
Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels. Dredge each shrimp in the cornstarch mixture, then dip it in the beaten egg, and finally coat it in the Panko-sesame mixture. Press lightly to ensure the coating adheres well.
Heat the vegetable oil in a deep skillet or pot over medium-high heat (around 350°F).
Fry the shrimp in small batches, cooking for 2-3 minutes per side or until golden brown and crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon and place on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
To make the dipping sauce, combine soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, and sesame oil in a small bowl. Stir until well blended.
Serve the crispy sesame shrimp immediately, garnished with sliced green onions and alongside the dipping sauce. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5601 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 518.9 g | 665% | |
| Saturated Fat | 75.8 g | 379% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1229 mg | 410% | |
| Sodium | 5665 mg | 246% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 145.2 g | 53% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.1 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 39.7 g | ||
| Protein | 145.6 g | 291% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 645 mg | 50% | |
| Iron | 14.2 mg | 79% | |
| Potassium | 1915 mg | 41% | |
*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.
