Firecracker Shrimp Recipe
Firecracker Shrimp is crispy, golden-fried shrimp tossed in a sweet, spicy, and tangy sauce. The combination of sweet chili, Sriracha, and lemon gives it a bold, flavorful kick. Serve it over rice or fresh veggies for an easy and delicious meal!
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Calories: 350kcal
Servings: 11
Equipment
- Large saucepan
- Tongs or slotted spoon
- Paper Towels
- Measuring Spoons and Cups
Ingredients
- 1.83 pound medium shrimp peeled and deveined about 25 shrimp
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 0.92 cup cornstarch
- 3.67 large eggs beaten
- 0.46 cup canola oil for frying
Sauce
- 0.92 cup sweet chili garlic sauce in the ethnic food aisle at the grocery store
- 5.5 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 3.67 tablespoons honey
- 1.83-3.67 tablespoons lemon zest
- 0.92 teaspoon Sriracha
- 0.92 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
- 0.92 teaspoon garlic salt
Instructions
- Heat canola oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat.
- Season shrimp with salt and pepper, then coat with cornstarch.
- Dip each shrimp in beaten eggs just before frying.
- Fry shrimp in batches (4-6 at a time) for 2-3 minutes until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
- Wipe the pan clean, then heat sweet chili sauce, lemon juice, honey, garlic, ginger, and Sriracha until boiling.
- Add shrimp back to the pan, toss to coat, and serve immediately over rice or veggies.
Nutrition
Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 150mg | Sodium: 800mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 10g