Recipe
Popcorn Shrimp
25 min
Calories 703 kcal
*Calories are for one serving.
Ingredients (4 servings)
| 【Popcorn Shrimp】 | |
|---|---|
| Small shrimp, peeled and deveined | 450 g |
| Buttermilk | 240 ml |
| All-purpose flour | 120 g |
| Cornstarch | 60 g |
| Garlic powder | 3 g |
| Paprika | 2 g |
| Salt | 2 g |
| Black pepper | 1 g |
| Neutral oil, for frying | |
| 【Dark Sesame Glaze】 | |
| Kadoya Roasted Sesame Oil | 30 ml |
| Honey | 42 g |
| Soy sauce | 15 ml |
| Rice vinegar | 5 ml |
| Chili crisp or chili flakes | 5 g |
| 【To Finish】 | |
| Black and white sesame seeds | |
| Green onions, thinly sliced | |
| Lime wedges | |
| Spicy mayo |
Directions (25 min)
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Prep the shrimp: In a bowl, toss shrimp with buttermilk and let sit for 10 minutes.
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In another bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
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Remove shrimp from the buttermilk and dredge in the flour mixture until fully coated.
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Heat neutral oil in a large pot or deep skillet to 350°F (175°C). Fry shrimp in batches for 2–3 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.
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In a small bowl, whisk together Kadoya Dark Roasted Sesame Oil, honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and chili crisp.
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Toss the hot popcorn shrimp lightly with the dark sesame glaze until coated. Transfer to a serving platter and top with sesame seeds, green onions, and lime wedges. Serve alongside spicy mayo for dipping.
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