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Firecracker Shrimp

With lightly-breaded fried shrimp coated in a sticky sauce that's irresistibly sweet and savory and spicy, this Firecracker Shrimp is ready in just 30 minutes. Enjoy as an appetizer, or serve with rice as an easy weeknight family meal or a fun weekend dinner with friends!

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 4 smaller servings or 2 large
Calories: 305 kcal
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian

Ingredients

For the firecracker sauce
  • ⅓ cup sweet chili sauce, store-bought or try my homemade sweet chili sauce
  • 2 tablespoon tamari or soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 teaspoon Sriracha sauce
  • 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 3 large cloves garlic minced
For the shrimp
  • 1 pound jumbo (21-25 per pound) raw shrimp, peeled and deveined, tail on
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • salt & pepper, to taste
  • Vegetable oil, for frying
Optional garnishes
  • sesame seeds
  • chopped fresh chives

Instructions

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  1. For the firecracker sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together all of the sauce ingredients until well combined. Set aside.
  2. For the shrimp: Season shrimp with salt & pepper to taste. Whisk the flour and cornstarch together in a small bowl, then coat the shrimp in this mixture.
  3. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add enough oil to just cover the surface.
  4. Beat the egg in a small bowl, then dip each shrimp in the egg to coat well.
  5. Once oil is shimmering, transfer shrimp to the skillet and cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown.
  6. Transfer cooked shrimp to a plate lined with a paper towel to remove any excess oil.
  7. Carefully wipe out the hot skillet, then place it back over medium-high heat.
  8. Pour the firecracker sauce into the skillet and bring it to a boil.
  9. Add the shrimp back into the skillet and fold with a spatula to thoroughly coat with the sauce. Season with a bit more salt and/or pepper, if needed.
  10. Serve firecracker shrimp immediately, with sesame seeds and chopped chives if desired. We like to eat this over white rice or cilantro lime rice, with a side of super greens.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1 Calories 305kcal (15%) Carbohydrates 35g (12%) Protein 20g (40%) Fat 9g (14%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Polyunsaturated Fat 7g Cholesterol 189mg (63%) Sodium 1500mg (63%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 20g (40%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4smaller servings or 2 large

Amount Per Serving

Calories 305

% Daily Value*

Serving 1
Calories 305kcal 15%
Carbohydrates 35g 12%
Protein 20g 40%
Fat 9g 14%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7g 41%
Cholesterol 189mg 63%
Sodium 1500mg 63%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 20g 40%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.