Soy-Free Dynamite Shrimp
Elevate your appetizer game with this Soy-Free Dynamite Shrimp recipe—an irresistible blend of crispy, golden-fried shrimp coated in a creamy, spicy sauce that delivers just the right kick. Perfect for those looking to skip soy-based ingredients, this dish features fresh shrimp marinated in tangy buttermilk, dredged in a bold cornstarch-based spice mix, and fried to perfection in sunflower or avocado oil. The homemade dynamite sauce combines mayo, sriracha, honey, and a splash of lemon juice, creating a luscious coating that’s both zesty and fiery. Ready in just 30 minutes, this gluten-free and soy-free crowd-pleaser is topped with green onions for a burst of freshness. Serve it as an appetizer or pair it with steamed rice for a satisfying main dish—either way, it’s sure to impress!
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Ingredients
- 1 pound Large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup Cornstarch
- 0.5 cup Buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Chili powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 cups Sunflower oil or avocado oil, for frying
- 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Sriracha
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Chopped green onions, for garnish
Directions
Step 1
In a medium bowl, combine the peeled and deveined shrimp with buttermilk. Let the shrimp marinate for about 15 minutes.
Step 2
In another bowl, mix the cornstarch, garlic powder, paprika, chili powder, salt, and black pepper.
Step 3
Heat the oil in a deep frying pan over medium-high heat.
Step 4
Remove the shrimp from the buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off, and dredge the shrimp in the cornstarch mixture, making sure each piece is well-coated.
Step 5
Fry the shrimp in batches for about 2-3 minutes on each side or until they are golden brown and cooked through. Remove them and drain on paper towels.
Step 6
In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sriracha, honey, and lemon juice to make the sauce.
Step 7
Toss the fried shrimp in the sauce until they are evenly coated.
Step 8
Serve immediately, garnished with chopped green onions.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1326.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 5828.1 |
| Total Fat 567.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 61.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g | |
| Cholesterol 988.4mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4128.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 120.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 29.8g | |
| Protein 114.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 63.4IU | 0% |
| Calcium 484.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1614.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories