Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Honey Orange Shrimp, a dish that perfectly marries sweetness and zest. This easy-to-make recipe features crispy shrimp coated in a luscious honey orange sauce, making it an ideal choice for any occasion—from family dinners to festive gatherings. With its vibrant flavors and stunning presentation, this dish is sure to impress your guests and satisfy your cravings. Whether served as an appetizer or a main course over rice or in tacos, Honey Orange Shrimp offers versatility and appeal for all palates.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
- ½ cup cornstarch
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- ¼ cup vegetable oil
- ½ cup honey
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed orange juice
- Zest of 1 orange
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
Instructions
- Season shrimp with salt and pepper; coat with cornstarch and dip into beaten eggs.
- Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat; cook shrimp in batches until golden brown (about 1-2 minutes per side). Drain on paper towels.
- In another pan, combine honey, orange juice, zest, garlic powder, red pepper flakes, and ginger; bring to a boil then simmer until thickened (1-2 minutes).
- Toss shrimp in sauce before serving; garnish with additional orange zest if desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 215
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 150mg