Description
Dynamite shrimp bring explosive flavor to seafood lovers seeking Asian-inspired appetizers. Crispy, spicy, and creamy sauce creates an irresistible combination you’ll want to devour immediately.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (454 g) shrimp, deveined and shells removed (21–25 count)
- 1 ½ cups (180 g) flour
- ¾ cup (96 g) cornstarch
- 1 ½ tbsps (22.5 g) baking powder
- 1 tbsp (12.5 g) sugar
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- ¼ tsp white pepper
- 1 ½ cups (355 ml) cold club soda
- 1 cup (240 ml) mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) sriracha
- Canola oil for frying
Instructions
- Oil Preparation: Heat vegetable oil in a deep pot to 375°F (190°C), using a cooking thermometer to ensure precise temperature control for optimal frying.
- Dry Mixture Creation: Combine all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, kosher salt, and black pepper in a large mixing bowl, whisking to create a uniform dry base for the shrimp coating.
- Shrimp Preparation: Thoroughly pat shrimp dry with paper towels, then delicately coat each piece with the seasoned flour mixture, gently removing excess to prevent clumping.
- Batter Formation: Incorporate chilled club soda into the flour blend, whisking until a smooth, light batter develops without any lumps.
- Frying Process: Dip each shrimp into the batter, allowing excess to drip off, then carefully lower into the hot oil. Fry for 2-3 minutes until achieving a golden-brown, crispy exterior while maintaining consistent oil temperature.
- Sauce Development: Simultaneously whisk mayonnaise, sugar, and sriracha sauce to create a vibrant, spicy coating that will elevate the shrimp’s flavor profile.
- Finishing Touch: Transfer crispy shrimp to a paper towel-lined wire rack to drain excess oil, then immediately toss in the zesty sriracha-mayonnaise sauce, ensuring each piece is generously and evenly coated for a maximum flavor explosion.
Notes
- Moisture Management: Pat shrimp completely dry to guarantee ultra-crispy, non-soggy exterior and prevent oil splattering during frying.
- Temperature Control: Use a reliable cooking thermometer to maintain precise 375°F oil temperature, ensuring even cooking and golden-brown crispiness without burning.
- Batter Brilliance: Whisk club soda into flour mixture just before dipping shrimp to create light, airy batter that delivers maximum crunch and delicate texture.
- Sauce Sizzle: Prepare spicy mayo sauce while shrimp fry to coat immediately after cooking, locking in heat and ensuring maximum flavor absorption.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 561
- Sugar: 2.5 g
- Sodium: 590 mg
- Fat: 36 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 32 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 54 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg