Dynamite Shrimp

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This isn’t your average quick dinner. Dynamite Shrimp delivers bold, restaurant-quality flavor right at home—crispy, golden shrimp coated in a rich, creamy sauce with just the right kick of heat.

The secret lies in the coating. A seasoned blend of flour, buttermilk, and panko creates a thick, crunchy crust that fries to perfection. Once golden, the shrimp are tossed in a simple yet flavorful sauce made from mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, and sriracha—creamy, slightly sweet, and gently spicy.

Finished with a sprinkle of scallions and sesame seeds, this dish is perfect for parties, appetizers, or even served over rice as a main course. No matter how you plate it, it’s guaranteed to impress.

Dynamite Shrimp

📝 Ingredients

For the Shrimp

All-purpose flour – ¾ cup
Cornstarch – ½ cup
Onion powder – 1 tablespoon
Garlic powder – 1 tablespoon
Salt – 2 teaspoons
Black pepper – 1 teaspoon
Buttermilk – 1 cup
Egg – 1 large
Shrimp (peeled, deveined, tails removed) – 1 pound
Panko breadcrumbs – 1 cup
Neutral oil (for frying) – 1 to 1½ cups

For the Sauce

Mayonnaise – 1 cup
Sweet chili sauce – ¼ cup
Sriracha – 1–2 tablespoons (adjust to taste)
Scallions and sesame seeds – for garnish

👩‍🍳 Instructions

Prepare the Coating
In one bowl, combine flour, cornstarch, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
In another bowl, whisk together buttermilk and egg. Place panko breadcrumbs in a third bowl.

Coat the Shrimp
Dredge each shrimp in the flour mixture, dip into the buttermilk mixture, then coat with panko. For an extra crispy texture, repeat the process a second time.

Fry the Shrimp
Heat oil in a pan and fry the shrimp in batches until golden and crisp, turning once during cooking. Remove and drain on paper towels.

Make the Sauce
In a separate bowl, mix together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, and sriracha until smooth and well blended.

Combine
Gently toss the fried shrimp in the sauce until evenly coated.

Finish & Serve
Sprinkle with chopped scallions and sesame seeds, then serve immediately.

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