Honey Orange Firecracker Shrimp
User Reviews
4.8
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
6 servings
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Calories
491 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Chinese
Honey Orange Firecracker Shrimp
Description
Honey Orange Firecracker Shrimp features shrimp coated in cornstarch and pan-fried until crisp and golden. The accompanying sauce is a blend of honey, fresh orange zest and juice, soy sauce, minced garlic, and crushed red pepper flakes, which gives the dish a balance of sweet, citrusy, and spicy flavors. Once the shrimp are cooked, the sauce is quickly thickened in the pan by utilizing the cornstarch coating on the shrimp, creating a glossy glaze. The shrimp are then tossed in this sauce to evenly coat them.
This recipe's texture contrasts the crunchy exterior of the shrimp with the sticky, flavorful glaze. The garnishes of sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds add freshness and a slight nuttiness. It is served right away to maintain the crispness of the shrimp.
Cooking in batches ensures even frying and a crispy crust. Avoid draining the shrimp on paper towels, which can cause steaming and loss of crispiness. The quick sauce thickening step uses the coating already on the shrimp, eliminating the need for an extra slurry, making the cooking efficient.
Ingredients
- 2 cloves garlic , minced
- 1 1/2 teaspoons soy sauce
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1 orange zest , zested into thin strips
- 2 tablespoons orange juice
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes crushed
- 2 pounds Shrimp ,18-20 count peeled and deveined
- 1 cup cornstarch
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon green onions , for garnish
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds , for garnish
Instructions
- Add the garlic, soy sauce, honey, orange zest, orange juice and crushed red pepper flakes to a small bowl and whisk until combined. Set sauce aside.
- Add the shrimp to the cornstarch and coat well.
- Heat your oil in a large frying pan over medium high heat.
- In batches, cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side until brown and crisp.
- Drain onto a plate (don't use paper towels or it'll steam on the paper towels).
- When you've finished frying the shrimp drain the oil.
- Add the sauce back to the pan and add the shrimp on top.
- Toss to combine and cook for 15-20 seconds or until the sauce has thickened (this will not take long, all the cornstarch on the shrimp will thicken it quickly).
- Serve immediately, garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.
Notes
- Fry shrimp in batches to maintain oil temperature and crispiness.
- Do not drain shrimp on paper towels to prevent steaming and sogginess.
- The cornstarch coating helps thicken the sauce quickly when added back to the pan.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 491 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 491kcal | 25% |
| Carbohydrates | 44g | 15% |
| Protein | 31g | 62% |
| Fat | 21g | 32% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 381mg | 127% |
| Sodium | 1265mg | 53% |
| Potassium | 147mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 24g | 48% |
| Vitamin A | 70IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 12.2mg | 14% |
| Calcium | 226mg | 23% |
| Iron | 3.5mg | 19% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.8
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