Spicy Firecracker Shrimp (Printable Version)
# What You'll Need:
→ Main Ingredients
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1 lb big or jumbo shrimp, shells removed and cleaned
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2 cups neutral or veggie oil for deep frying
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1 cup buttermilk
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¾ cup potato starch or cornstarch
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½ teaspoon salt
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½ teaspoon garlic powder
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¼ teaspoon black pepper
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1 green onion, chopped fine for topping if you want
→ Sauce Ingredients
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½ cup sweet chili sauce
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2 tablespoons sriracha
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1 tablespoon honey
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1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar or rice vinegar
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½ teaspoon fresh lime zest
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1 teaspoon fresh squeezed lime juice
# Steps to Follow:
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Put your cleaned shrimp in a medium bowl and pour buttermilk over them. Let them soak for at least 10 minutes so they get tender.
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Mix sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, vinegar, lime zest, and lime juice in a small bowl. Stir it all together and put it aside for later.
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Mix potato starch, salt, garlic powder, and black pepper in a large bowl. Roll your shrimp in this mix and tap off any extra.
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Warm up the oil to 350°F (177°C) in a big pan on medium heat. Cook about 6 shrimp at once until they turn golden and crunchy, around 2 minutes total. Flip them halfway. Don't crowd the pan.
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Take out the cooked shrimp and place them on a wire rack or paper towels to get rid of extra oil.
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Put the shrimp in a big mixing bowl. Pour your sauce on top and gently mix everything together. Sprinkle with green onions if you want. Serve them while they're hot.
# Additional Tips:
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The buttermilk bath makes your shrimp softer and adds great flavor.
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Eat these fried shrimp right away for the best crunch.