Description
Firecracker Shrimp is an irresistible dish that combines crispy, golden shrimp with a sweet and spicy sauce, creating an explosion of flavors in every bite. Perfect for gatherings or a quick weeknight dinner, this recipe promises to impress your guests and keep them coming back for more. With its vibrant colors and delightful crunch, Firecracker Shrimp is sure to be the star of any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp (16–20 count), peeled and deveined
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Sriracha sauce (adjust to taste)
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons chili garlic sauce
- 2 green onions, finely chopped (for garnish)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Clean and pat dry fresh shrimp or ensure frozen shrimp are fully thawed and dry.
- In a medium bowl, mix mayonnaise, Sriracha sauce, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Coat each shrimp in the mayo mixture, then roll in panko breadcrumbs.
- Place breaded shrimp on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer. Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- While baking, whisk together chili garlic sauce and honey in a small bowl.
- Once baked, drizzle the shrimp with the sauce and garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 shrimp (approximately 120g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 150mg