If you’re craving something crispy, spicy, and just a little sticky, Spicy Firecracker Shrimp should be at the top of your list. These shrimp are coated in a light, crunchy coating and tossed in a punchy sauce that brings sweet heat with every bite. It’s quick to make and feels like takeout, but better.
The combo of chili crunch, sweet chili sauce, and soy gives the firecracker sauce its bold flavor, while a touch of honey balances it out. Once the shrimp hit that hot pan, they cook fast and soak up all that flavor like a sponge. Finished with sesame seeds and fresh chives, they’re ready to serve straight from the skillet.
Helpful Tips
- Pat the shrimp dry first. It helps the coating stick better and fry up crisp.
- Mix the sauce ahead. Having it ready makes tossing the shrimp easier and faster.
- Serve immediately. These are best hot while the coating is still crunchy.
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Ingredients
For the firecracker sauce:
- 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
- 2 tablespoons chili crunch
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 teaspoons honey
For the shrimp:
- 1 pound jumbo raw shrimp peeled and deveined, tail on
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons cooking oil
- sesame seeds and chopped fresh chives for garnish
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together all of the sauce ingredients until well combined. Set aside.
- Season shrimp with salt and pepper. Add the flour and cornstarch to a bag or bowl. Toss the shrimp in the mixture until well coated.
- In a skillet over medium high heat, add the oil.
- Once oil is shimmering, add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until lightly browned. Transfer to a plate lined with a paper towel just to blot any excess oil, then transfer it to the bowl with the sauce. Toss to coat.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and chives. Serve hot.
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When not mixing up delicious cocktails to enjoy on the patio with friends, Angela is busy writing about food and drinks for three popular food websites, and exchanging creative ideas on social media.