Firecracker Shrimp

Spicy, crispy, and bursting with flavor, this Firecracker Shrimp will light up your taste buds! Perfect for a party starter or a bold main course—this one brings the heat and the crunch!

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Ingredients:

• 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1 cup cornstarch
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp onion powder
• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
• Salt & pepper to taste
• Vegetable oil for frying

Firecracker Sauce:

• 1/2 cup mayo
• 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
• 1–2 tbsp sriracha (adjust to your heat level)
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 tsp rice vinegar
• Pinch of red pepper flakes

Instructions:

1. Prep the Shrimp: In a bowl, soak shrimp in buttermilk for 15–20 minutes.
2. Mix the Coating: In a shallow dish, combine cornstarch, flour, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
3. Make the Sauce: In a separate bowl, whisk together mayo, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, rice vinegar, and red pepper flakes. Set aside.
4. Heat the Oil: In a deep skillet or pot, heat oil to 350°F (175°C).
5. Coat & Fry: Remove shrimp from buttermilk, dredge in the flour mixture, and fry in batches until golden and crispy (about 2 minutes per side). Drain on a paper towel.
6. Toss in Sauce: Once fried, toss shrimp in the firecracker sauce or drizzle over the top.
7. Serve: Garnish with chopped green onions or sesame seeds and serve at once!

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