One bite of these Spicy Crispy Shrimp will transport you straight to a bustling Asian street market. Each shrimp is perfectly cooked, with a tantalizing balance of sweet and spicy flavors, all encased in a crunchy outer shell.
Ingredients:
- 1 lb medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup Thai sweet chili sauce
- 3-5 drops of hot chili sauce
- 1/2-3/4 cup cornstarch
- Vegetable oil for frying
Directions:
- Combine mayonnaise, Thai sweet chili sauce, and hot sauce in a small bowl.
- Dredge the shrimp in cornstarch.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Fry the shrimp in the hot oil until they are bright pink on the outside and the meat is no longer transparent in the center, about 5 minutes.
- Transfer fried shrimp to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
- Toss the fried shrimp in the bowl with the sauce until evenly coated.
Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 20 minutes
Kcal: 350 kcal | Servings: 4 servings