Spicy Honey Garlic Shrimp Fries (Printer-Friendly Version)

Fiery-sweet shrimp mingle with garlic and honey, served beside hot crispy fries for a flavorful comfort meal.

# Ingredients Needed:

→ Shrimp Preparation

01 - 1.1 pounds fresh or thawed raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
02 - 3 tablespoons honey
03 - 4 cloves fresh garlic, finely chopped or pressed
04 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce (preferably low-sodium)
05 - 1 teaspoon red chili flakes, or to taste

→ Crispy Fries

06 - 4 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into thin strips
07 - Vegetable oil, for frying
08 - Kosher salt, to taste
09 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

# Step-by-Step Directions:

01 - Peel the potatoes and cut them into even thin strips for uniform frying.
02 - Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the potato strips and cook for 5 minutes. Drain thoroughly and pat dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
03 - Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or deep skillet to 350°F. Fry the potato strips in batches for 5 to 7 minutes until golden and crisp. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate and season with kosher salt while hot.
04 - In a large bowl, combine honey, chopped garlic, soy sauce, and red chili flakes. Stir until well mixed.
05 - Add the shrimp to the bowl and toss to coat each piece evenly. Let shrimp marinate for 15 minutes at room temperature.
06 - Heat a non-stick frying pan over medium-high heat. Add the marinated shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side until the shrimp turn opaque and slightly caramelized.
07 - Plate the spicy honey garlic shrimp with the crispy fries alongside. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh herbs or lemon wedges if desired.

# Helpful Hints:

01 - For extra crispiness, double-fry the potatoes by frying them first at 325°F, cooling, then frying again at 375°F.