Hot Honey Shrimp Recipe

Hot Honey Shrimp is a quick and flavorful dish made with crispy shrimp coated in a sticky sweet-and-spicy honey glaze. Ready in under 20 minutes, it delivers the perfect balance of heat, sweetness, and savory garlic depth. Ideal for busy weeknights, meal bowls, or appetizer platters.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Total Time 20

Servings: 2

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Calories: 320

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

For the Shrimp:
500 g large shrimp peeled & deveined
1/2 cup cornstarch
1 egg
Salt & black pepper to taste
Oil for frying
For Hot Honey Sauce:
1/3 cup honey
2 tbsp soy sauce
3 cloves garlic minced
1 –2 tsp chili flakes adjust heat
1 tbsp butter
1 tsp vinegar or lemon juice

Equipment

Mixing bowls
Frying pan or skillet
Tongs or spatula
Knife and cutting board
Measuring spoons
Paper towels (for draining shrimp)

Method

Pat shrimp dry and season with salt and pepper.
Coat shrimp lightly in cornstarch, then dip in egg for crisp texture.
Heat oil in a pan and fry shrimp until golden and crispy (2–3 minutes per side). Remove and set aside.
In another pan, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant.
Add honey, soy sauce, chili flakes, and vinegar. Stir and simmer until slightly thickened.
Toss fried shrimp into the hot honey sauce until fully coated.
Serve immediately while hot and glossy.

Notes

For extra crispiness, double-fry the shrimp for 30–40 seconds.
Adjust chili flakes to control spice level.
Best served immediately to maintain texture.
Can be paired with rice, noodles, or tacos for a full meal.
For a healthier version, air-fry shrimp instead of deep frying.

Nutrition Information (Estimated per serving)