Crispy Honey-Glazed Shrimp Recipe
These Crispy Honey-Glazed Shrimp are a delightful combination of crispy shrimp coated in a sweet and savory honey glaze. Perfect for a quick and delicious Asian-inspired meal!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop or Air Fryer
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
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For the Shrimp:
- 1 pound large shrimp (peeled and deveined, tails on or off)
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 2 large eggs (beaten)
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooking spray or oil for frying
For the Honey Glaze:
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water (slurry)
- Chopped green onions and sesame seeds for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Shrimp: Pat the shrimp dry and season with salt and pepper. Set up a breading station with cornstarch, beaten eggs, and panko breadcrumbs.
- Bread the Shrimp: Dredge each shrimp in cornstarch, dip in egg, then coat with panko.
- Fry the Shrimp: Fry in oil or air fry until golden and crispy.
- Make the Glaze: Combine honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, ginger, and garlic in a saucepan. Thicken with cornstarch slurry.
- Coat the Shrimp: Toss crispy shrimp in the warm glaze until coated.
- Serve: Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds, if desired, and serve immediately.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add sriracha or crushed red pepper to the glaze.
- Serve over rice or noodles for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6–8 shrimp
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 155mg
