Ingredients:

  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 2 cups vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp Sriracha
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 tsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper

Instructions:

  1. Set up a breading station with three shallow bowls: the first containing a mixture of flour, cornstarch, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper; the second containing beaten eggs; and the third containing an additional layer of the flour-cornstarch mixture.
  2. Pat the shrimp completely dry with paper towels to ensure the breading adheres firmly.
  3. Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet or Dutch oven to 350°F (175°C).
  4. Fry shrimp in small batches for 2–3 minutes, turning once, until the crust is mahogany gold and the shrimp are opaque.
  5. Immediately transfer fried shrimp to a wire cooling rack to maintain crispness.
  6. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Sriracha, honey, lemon juice, and cayenne pepper until smooth and velvety.