Crispy Hot Shrimp (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Components
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1 cup buttermilk, for soaking
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2 cups neutral or vegetable oil, for frying
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1 pound large shrimp, deveined and peeled
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¾ cup potato starch or cornstarch
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¼ teaspoon pepper, black
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½ teaspoon garlic powder
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½ teaspoon salt
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1 finely chopped green onion (optional garnish)
→ For the Sauce
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½ teaspoon freshly grated lime zest
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2 tablespoons sriracha sauce
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1 tablespoon honey
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1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar or rice vinegar
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1 teaspoon lime juice, squeezed fresh
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½ cup sweet chili sauce
# Instructions:
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Toss the cleaned shrimp in buttermilk in a medium bowl. Let them soak for a minimum of 10 minutes to make them soft.
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Mix together sweet chili sauce, lime zest, sriracha, honey, vinegar, and lime juice in a small dish. Stir until smooth and put aside.
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In a large dish, blend the garlic powder, salt, pepper, and potato or cornstarch. Coat each shrimp thoroughly in this mix, shaking off the extra powder.
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Pour the oil into a big pan and heat it to 350°F (177°C) on medium. Fry about six shrimp at a time, turning midway, for around 2 minutes until crispy and golden. Don't overcrowd the pan.
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Take out the cooked shrimp and place them on paper towels or a wire rack to drain any extra oil.
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Shift shrimp into a large bowl. Drizzle the sauce you made earlier over them and toss gently to coat. Sprinkle with chopped green onions if you're using them. Serve right away while hot.
# Notes:
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Letting shrimp soak in buttermilk improves their flavor while making them tender.
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To enjoy the fried shrimp at their crispiest, eat them straight away.