Babe's Spicy Mayo Shrimp

Dive into the bold and irresistible flavors of Babe's Spicy Mayo Shrimp, a recipe that's perfect for seafood lovers seeking a fiery kick! This dish features tender, golden-fried shrimp that are first bathed in buttermilk for extra juiciness, then coated in a perfectly seasoned flour and cornstarch blend for ultimate crispiness. Tossed in a creamy, tangy, and spicy sauce made with mayonnaise, sriracha, honey, and rice vinegar, each bite bursts with a harmonious balance of heat and sweetness. Garnished with fresh green onions and sesame seeds, this crowd-pleasing appetizer can effortlessly transform into a main course when served over steamed rice. Quick to prepare with just 30 minutes from start to finish, this easy shrimp recipe will become your go-to for weeknights and gatherings alike.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup cornstarch
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 2 cups vegetable oil (for frying)
• 0.5 cup mayonnaise
• 2 tbsp sriracha
• 1 tbsp honey
• 0.5 tbsp rice vinegar
• 2 stalks green onions, thinly sliced (for garnish)
• 1 tbsp sesame seeds (for garnish, optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium bowl, toss the shrimp with the buttermilk. Allow the shrimp to soak while you prepare the breading and sauce.

Step 2

In a shallow bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).

Step 4

Remove the shrimp from the buttermilk, allowing excess liquid to drip off, then dredge each shrimp in the flour mixture until fully coated. Shake off any excess flour.

Step 5

Fry the shrimp in batches, being careful not to overcrowd the skillet, until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per side. Transfer fried shrimp to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sriracha, honey, and rice vinegar to make the spicy mayo sauce.

Step 7

In a large mixing bowl, toss the fried shrimp with the spicy mayo sauce until evenly coated.

Step 8

Transfer the shrimp to a serving platter and garnish with thinly sliced green onions and sesame seeds, if desired.

Step 9

Serve immediately as an appetizer or over steamed rice for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(517.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1470.2

Total Fat 95.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 12.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 144.5mg	0%
Sodium 538.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 131.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.2g	0%
Total Sugars 13.2g
Protein 21.3g	0%

Vitamin D 126.9IU	0%
Calcium 321.2mg	0%
Iron 6.9mg	0%
Potassium 587.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 58.6%

Protein: 5.8%

Carbs: 35.6%