Introduction

Dynamite Shrimp is a delicious dish featuring crispy fried shrimp coated in a spicy mayo sauce. It’s a perfect appetizer or main course that’s easy to make at home and sure to impress. Whether you’re craving something crunchy and flavorful or looking to add a fun Asian-inspired dish to your meal plan, this recipe delivers.

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Ingredients

1 1/2 cups flour
3/4 cup cornstarch
1 1/2 tablespoons baking powder
1 1/2 cups cold club soda
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
Canola oil for frying
1 pound shrimp, deveined and shells removed (21-25 count)
1 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon sriracha

Instructions

Step 1: Heat a pot of canola oil to 375 degrees Fahrenheit, with at least 3 inches of oil for frying.
Step 2: In a bowl, mix together the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, kosher salt, and white pepper. Dredge the shrimp in this mixture and shake off any excess.
Step 3: Whisk the cold club soda into the remaining flour mixture until smooth, then dip the dredged shrimp into this batter.
Step 4: Fry the battered shrimp in the hot oil immediately until golden brown, about 2 to 3 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Step 5: In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sugar, and sriracha until well combined. Toss the freshly fried shrimp in this spicy mayo sauce before serving.

Tips & Variations

For extra heat, add minced garlic to the sauce or cayenne pepper to the flour mixture.
Try a spicy avocado sauce by mixing ½ cup mayonnaise with ½ cup pureed avocado for a creamy twist.
Garnish with chopped chives or diced green onions to enhance presentation and flavor.
Serve with sweet chili sauce on the side to balance the spiciness for sensitive palates.
If preparing ahead, mix dry ingredients and sauce separately and store them refrigerated; fry the shrimp when ready.

Storage

Store leftover dynamite shrimp in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days. To reheat, place shrimp in a toaster oven to regain crispiness while making a fresh batch of sauce, as reheating with sauce can make them soggy. Avoid freezing, as cooked shrimp tends to become rubbery after thawing.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make dynamite shrimp ahead of time?

Yes, you can prepare the dry mix and sauce in advance and store them in the refrigerator. When ready to serve, simply dredge and fry the shrimp for best results.

How do I keep the shrimp crispy after frying?

Drain the fried shrimp on paper towels immediately after frying to remove excess oil. When reheating, use a toaster oven or air fryer instead of the microwave to maintain crispiness.

Dynamite Shrimp with Spicy Mayo Sauce Recipe

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Dynamite Shrimp is a crispy, battered fried shrimp dish coated in a flavorful spicy mayo sauce, perfect as an appetizer or main course. This easy-to-make recipe features shrimp dredged in a seasoned flour mixture, dipped in a bubbly batter, then fried until golden and tossed in a sweet and spicy sauce for an irresistible Asian-inspired treat.

Author: Dylan
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Yield: 5 servings 1x
Category: Dinner
Method: Frying
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Batter and Frying

1 1/2 cups flour
3/4 cup cornstarch
1 1/2 tablespoons baking powder
1 1/2 cups cold club soda
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
Canola oil for frying
1 pound shrimp, deveined and shells removed (21–25 count)

Sauce

1 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon sriracha

Instructions

Heat oil: Pour at least 3 inches of canola oil into a deep pot and heat it to 375°F (190°C) for frying.
Prepare dry mix: In a bowl, mix together the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, kosher salt, and white pepper.
Dredge shrimp: Coat the shrimp in the dry flour mixture, shaking off any excess to ensure a light coating.
Make batter: Whisk the cold club soda into the remaining flour mixture to create a light, bubbly batter.
Batter and fry shrimp: Dip the dredged shrimp into the batter, then immediately carefully place them into the hot oil. Fry until golden brown and cooked through, about 2-3 minutes per batch.
Drain shrimp: Remove the fried shrimp with a slotted spoon and place on paper towels to drain excess oil.
Prepare sauce: In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sugar, and sriracha until smooth and well combined.
Toss shrimp in sauce: While shrimp are still warm, toss them in the spicy mayo sauce until evenly coated.
Serve: Serve immediately as an appetizer or main course, optionally garnished with chopped chives or green onions.

Notes

Click on times in the instructions to start a kitchen timer while cooking.
You can prep the flour mixture and sauce ahead of time and store separately.
To reheat, use a toaster oven to crisp shrimp again; avoid microwave reheating to prevent sogginess.
Freezing cooked Dynamite Shrimp is not recommended due to texture changes.
For extra heat, add minced garlic to the sauce or cayenne pepper to the flour mixture.
Try a variation of the sauce by blending half mayonnaise with half pureed avocado for a creamier, healthier option.
Serve with sweet chili sauce to balance the spiciness for guests who prefer milder flavors.

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