Fried Shrimp with Tangy Sauce
Crispy, golden perfection meets bold, zesty flavors in this irresistible Fried Shrimp with Tangy Sauce recipe! Tender shrimp are marinated in buttermilk, coated in a seasoned flour and cornstarch blend with a kick of cayenne, and fried to crunchy perfection. The star of the dish is the homemade tangy sauce—a delightful mix of creamy mayonnaise, sweet honey, spicy sriracha, and a splash of apple cider vinegar for balance. Perfect as an appetizer, a party favorite, or even a main course, this dish is ready in just 35 minutes and is sure to impress. Serve these crunchy shrimp with the flavorful dipping sauce for a combination that will keep everyone coming back for more. Keywords: fried shrimp recipe, tangy dipping sauce, crispy fried shrimp, quick and easy appetizer, seafood recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1 cup Buttermilk
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup Cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 4 cups Vegetable oil (for frying)
- 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Ketchup
- 1 teaspoon Sriracha
- 1 teaspoon Apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Honey
Instructions
In a large bowl, add the shrimp and pour the buttermilk over them. Toss to coat and marinate for 15 minutes while you prepare the coating and sauce.
In a shallow dish, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, ketchup, sriracha, apple cider vinegar, and honey. Mix well until smooth. Set the tangy sauce aside.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large, deep skillet or heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat. The oil should reach a temperature of 350°F (175°C).
Remove the shrimp from the buttermilk, shaking off any excess, and dredge each one in the flour mixture, ensuring it is well coated. Set aside on a plate.
Working in batches, carefully add the coated shrimp to the hot oil. Fry for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the shrimp turn golden brown and crispy.
Using a slotted spoon, transfer the fried shrimp to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Serve the shrimp hot with the tangy sauce on the side for dipping. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2588 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 263.6 g | 338% | |
| Saturated Fat | 38.7 g | 194% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 239 mg | 80% | |
| Sodium | 1261 mg | 55% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 47.3 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.0 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.0 g | ||
| Protein | 32.7 g | 65% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.9 mcg | 29% | |
| Calcium | 127 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 439 mg | 9% | |
*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.
