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The Ultimate Addictive Sweet and Spicy Firecracker Shrimp

A pile of crispy Firecracker Shrimp Sweet Spicy Addictive coated in a glossy red sauce, topped with sesame seeds and green onions.
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Make restaurant-style Firecracker Shrimp at home. This recipe delivers a sticky, sweet, and spicy glaze that coats crispy shrimp perfectly.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 1/2 cup water
  • Vegetable oil, for frying
  • 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons sriracha (adjust to your heat preference)
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • Green onions, sliced, for garnish
  • Sesame seeds, for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, salt, and pepper.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk the egg and water. Add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined into a thin batter.
  3. Heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil in a deep skillet or Dutch oven to 350°F (175°C).
  4. Dip the shrimp into the batter, letting excess drip off, and carefully place them into the hot oil. Do not overcrowd the pan.
  5. Fry the shrimp for 3 to 4 minutes, turning once, until golden brown and crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on a wire rack lined with paper towels. Repeat with remaining shrimp.
  6. While the shrimp fries, prepare the sauce. In a small saucepan, combine the sweet chili sauce, honey, sriracha, rice vinegar, soy sauce, ginger, and garlic.
  7. Bring the sauce to a simmer over medium heat, stirring constantly. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly. Remove from heat and stir in the sesame oil.
  8. Place the fried shrimp in a large bowl. Pour the warm sauce over the shrimp and toss gently until every piece is evenly coated and sticky.
  9. Serve immediately garnished with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.

Notes

  • For crispier shrimp, you can double-fry them: fry once until pale, remove, let rest 5 minutes, then fry again until golden brown.
  • If you prefer an air fryer method, toss the battered shrimp with a light spray of oil and cook at 400°F (200°C) for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway, before tossing with the sauce.
  • Serve this dish over steamed white rice or as a party appetizer.

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