Description
Honey Orange Shrimp is a delightful fusion of sweet and spicy flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This easy-to-make dish features succulent shrimp coated in a crispy cornstarch crust, perfectly glazed with a luscious honey-orange sauce that combines citrusy zest with a hint of heat from red pepper flakes. Whether you’re serving it as an appetizer at your next gathering or as a main course for a family dinner, this recipe promises to impress. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up this satisfying dish that appeals to both kids and adults alike. Elevate your culinary repertoire with this scrumptious and versatile seafood treat!
Ingredients
- 1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
- ½ cup cornstarch
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- ¼ cup vegetable oil
- ½ cup honey
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed orange juice
- Zest of 1 orange
- Crushed red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Season shrimp with salt and pepper; coat in cornstarch and dip in beaten eggs.
- Heat oil in a saucepan over medium-high heat; fry shrimp until golden brown, about 1-2 minutes each side.
- In another saucepan, combine honey, orange juice, zest, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes; simmer until thickened.
- Toss cooked shrimp in sauce before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer/Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5 shrimp (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 140mg
Keywords: For added flavor, use fresh herbs as garnish. Adjust spice levels by modifying the amount of red pepper flakes. Serve with fluffy rice or fresh salad for a complete meal.