Cosmic Zings

Elevate your appetizer game with the out-of-this-world flavors of Cosmic Zings! Featuring perfectly battered and golden-fried shrimp, these irresistible bites are coated in a zesty, creamy sauce made from sriracha, honey, lime juice, and mayo for the ultimate balance of heat and tangy sweetness. The light and crispy batter, crafted with club soda and a blend of spices, ensures every bite is delightfully crunchy. Garnished with fresh green onions and optional sesame seeds, these shrimp are a show-stopping treat for entertaining or spicing up weeknight dinners. Ready in just 25 minutes, Cosmic Zings are a quick and easy recipe that packs bold flavors, perfect for seafood lovers looking for a unique culinary twist.

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams peeled and deveined shrimp
• 3 tablespoons cornstarch
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 120 milliliters club soda
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 500 milliliters vegetable oil (for frying)
• 4 tablespoons mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons sriracha
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 2 tablespoons green onions (finely sliced)
• 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together cornstarch, all-purpose flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Step 2

Slowly pour in club soda while stirring to create a smooth batter. Set aside for a few minutes.

Step 3

Heat the vegetable oil in a deep skillet or frying pot over medium-high heat until it reaches 180°C (350°F).

Step 4

Pat the shrimp dry with a paper towel. Dip each shrimp into the batter, ensuring it's fully coated.

Step 5

Carefully lower the shrimp into the hot oil, working in batches so as not to overcrowd the pan.

Step 6

Fry the shrimp for 2-3 minutes, or until they turn golden and crispy. Remove using a slotted spoon and transfer to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.

Step 7

In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sriracha, honey, and lime juice until smooth. This will be the Cosmic Zings sauce.

Step 8

Toss the fried shrimp in the sauce until they are thoroughly coated.

Step 9

Transfer the sauced shrimp to a serving plate. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds, if desired.

Step 10

Serve immediately and enjoy your Cosmic Zings while they're hot and crispy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1344.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5540.2

Total Fat 548.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 76.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 1036.5mg	0%
Sodium 3143.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 85.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.8g	0%
Total Sugars 24.3g
Protein 125.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 263.4mg	0%
Iron 5.2mg	0%
Potassium 1631.1mg	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: 85.4%

Protein: 8.7%

Carbs: 5.9%