Crispy Honey-Glazed Shrimp

Crispy Honey-Glazed Shrimp is a quick, crunchy, sweet-savory dish ready in minutes.

Crispy Honey-Glazed Shrimp — Introduction

Crispy Honey-Glazed Shrimp brings a crunchy coating and a warm honey glaze together in one bite.
This recipe is easy and fast, perfect for weeknights or parties.
For a full recipe page and photos, see the crispy honey-glazed shrimp recipe for more ideas.

Why make Crispy Honey-Glazed Shrimp

Make this Crispy Honey-Glazed Shrimp because it cooks fast and tastes special.
The honey adds a bright sweet heat and the coating stays crispy.
Kids and adults both like the mix of sweet and spicy.

How to make Crispy Honey-Glazed Shrimp

Follow simple steps to make Crispy Honey-Glazed Shrimp at home.
Marinate, dredge, fry, and finish with hot honey.
For a side with a similar sweet glaze, try honey-glazed shallots with crispy bacon which pairs well.

Ingredients for Crispy Honey-Glazed Shrimp

• 1 pound large shrimp, thawed, peeled, deveined, tail-on
• 1 cup (245 g) buttermilk
• 1 cup (125 g) all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon onion powder
• ½ teaspoon kosher salt
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper
• ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
• Vegetable oil, for frying
• ½ cup (170 g) hot honey
• Parsley, chopped for garnish

Directions for Crispy Honey-Glazed Shrimp

• In a medium bowl, marinate the shrimp in buttermilk for at least 15 minutes.
• In another bowl, mix flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
• Heat vegetable oil to 350°F in a large pot.
• Dredge each shrimp in the flour mixture and fry until golden and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per batch.
• Drain on a lined baking sheet, drizzle with hot honey, and garnish with parsley.

How to serve Crispy Honey-Glazed Shrimp

Serve Crispy Honey-Glazed Shrimp hot for best crunch.
Plate over rice, greens, or in tacos for a quick meal.
You can also serve with lemon wedges and a small side salad. For another shrimp idea, see bacon-wrapped shrimp rolls with melted cheese.

How to store Crispy Honey-Glazed Shrimp

Cool shrimp to room temperature before storing.
Place in an airtight container and refrigerate up to 2 days.
To keep crisp, store the glaze separate and reheat shrimp in a hot oven or air fryer.

Tips to make Crispy Honey-Glazed Shrimp

• Dry shrimp lightly before marinating for a better crust.
• Keep oil at 350°F to cook evenly and stay crispy.
• Fry in small batches so oil temperature stays steady.
• Warm the honey slightly before drizzling for an even coat.

Variation for Crispy Honey-Glazed Shrimp

• Make it milder: reduce cayenne to a pinch.
• Make it spicy: add more cayenne or a dash of chili oil to the honey.
• Oven option: bake breaded shrimp at 425°F for 8–10 minutes, then broil 1–2 minutes to crisp.

FAQs for Crispy Honey-Glazed Shrimp

Q: Can I use frozen shrimp?
A: Yes. Thaw, pat dry, and follow the recipe as written.

Q: Can I use an air fryer for Crispy Honey-Glazed Shrimp?
A: Yes. Lightly spray the breaded shrimp with oil and air fry at 400°F for 6–8 minutes, flipping once.

Q: What tool helps with frying and serving shrimp? Buy it here if you want a dedicated fryer.

Crispy Honey-Glazed Shrimp

A quick, crunchy, sweet-savory shrimp dish that brings together a crispy coating and warm honey glaze.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 25 minutes mins

Course Appetizer, Main Course

Cuisine American, Seafood

Servings 4 servings

Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients

  

For the shrimp

• 1 pound large shrimp, thawed, peeled, deveined, tail-on
• 1 cup buttermilk for marinating

For the coating

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon onion powder
• ½ teaspoon kosher salt
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper
• ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper

For the glaze

• ½ cup hot honey

For garnish

• Chopped parsley for garnish

Instructions

 

Marinate the shrimp

• In a medium bowl, marinate the shrimp in buttermilk for at least 15 minutes.

Prepare the coating

• In another bowl, mix flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.

Fry the shrimp

• Heat vegetable oil to 350°F in a large pot.
• Dredge each shrimp in the flour mixture.
• Fry until golden and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per batch.
• Drain on a lined baking sheet.

Finish and serve

• Drizzle with hot honey and garnish with parsley.

Notes

Serve hot for best crunch. Store in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Reheat in a hot oven or air fryer to maintain crispiness.

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