Sweet and Spicy Shrimp

Ingredients

  • 1 pound shrimp, shelled
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup cornmeal
  • Freshly-squeezed lemon juice
  • ½ cup frozen orange juice concentrate
  • ¼ cup hoisin sauce
  • 2 tsp honey
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp sriracha
  • 1 tsp minced garlic
  • 1 tbsp grated ginger
  • 2 ½ quarts peanut oil
Sweet and Spicy Shrimp

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Procedure

  1. Dredge shrimp into flour then dip into cornmeal. Set aside 2–3 minutes.
  2. Meanwhile, heat oil in a deep-fryer or a pot to 375°F. Add shrimp and fry until golden brown. Drain on a wire rack.
  3. Meanwhile, heat remaining ingredients in a large saucepan over medium-high heat until boiling. Add shrimp and toss to coat.
  4. Serve immediately.