CRISPY SHRIMP WITH PEPPER JELLY AND HERBS

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East meets Deep South in this tempting hors d'oeuvre. A tempura-inspired batter makes these shrimp incredibly crisp and light, while the sweet and spicy vinaigrette pairs Southern pepper jelly with Thai chili paste and fish sauce.

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 25

Pepper Jelly Vinaigrette:
1½ cup grape seed oil
½ cup pepper jelly
¼ cup rice vinegar
½ Tbs. sriracha sauce
1 tsp. good quality fish sauce
Juice of one lime (zest it first and reserve the zest)
Salt to taste
Herb Salad:
1 cup heirloom cherry tomatoes cut in quarters
1 small red onion, julienned
½ cup small diced seedless cucumber
¼ cup roughly chopped toasted peanuts
Leaves from 1 bunch fresh mint
Leaves from 1 bunch fresh cilantro
1 bunch chives, snipped
Aerated Batter:
1½ cup all-purpose flour
½ cup rice flour
½ tsp. baking soda
1 cup Coors Light beer
½ cup vodka
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Peanut oil, for frying
12 large Louisiana shrimp, deveined

Steps:

  • Make the vinaigrette: Combine all ingredients in a mason jar. Place lid on jar and shake with vigor. Make the salad: Combine all ingredients in a bowl and season with salt and the zest of the juiced lime. Make the batter: Combine all ingredients with a whisk until smooth. Finish the dish: Add the peanut oil to a large pot to reach a depth of 3-4 inches, and heat the oil to 375°F. Dip each shrimp into batter. Add to the oil and fry for 1-1/2 to 2-1/2 minutes until golden and cooked through. Remove the shrimp from the oil and drain on a plate lined with a paper towel. Serve the shrimp with the vinaigrette and herb salad.

Ryder Family
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The shrimp is crispy and the pepper jelly and herbs add a nice flavor.


Prince Rajput
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to follow and the shrimp is always crispy and flavorful.


michael cohs
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This recipe is easy to make and the results are delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Kavishka Shemaal
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a big hit. Everyone loved the crispy shrimp and the pepper jelly and herbs gave it a unique flavor.


Prince Punhoon
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover shrimp. I had some cooked shrimp in the fridge and this recipe was the perfect way to use them up.


Md Mahid Khan
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I'm not a huge shrimp fan, but I loved this recipe. The pepper jelly and herbs really make the dish.


Debendra Tamang
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This recipe is a great way to change up your shrimp routine. The pepper jelly and herbs add a nice twist to the classic crispy shrimp dish.


Shekainah Refuge Radio ESSYQUEEN
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a success. The shrimp is always crispy and the pepper jelly and herbs give it a wonderful flavor.


md rafi ahammed
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This recipe is easy to make and the results are delicious. The shrimp is crispy and flavorful, and the pepper jelly and herbs add a nice touch of sweetness and spice.


Shazab Mallhi
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a big hit. Everyone loved the crispy shrimp and the pepper jelly and herbs gave it a unique flavor.


Suliasi
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover shrimp. I had some cooked shrimp in the fridge and this recipe was the perfect way to use them up.


Nasir Addalil
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I'm not a huge shrimp fan, but I loved this recipe. The pepper jelly and herbs really make the dish.


Chloe Jeynes
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This recipe is a great way to change up your shrimp routine. The pepper jelly and herbs add a nice twist to the classic crispy shrimp dish.


Anish Bista
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a success. The shrimp is always crispy and the pepper jelly and herbs give it a wonderful flavor.


Sadim Mia
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This recipe is easy to follow and the results are delicious. The shrimp is crispy and flavorful, and the pepper jelly and herbs add a nice touch of sweetness and spice.


Peter Padluq
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I made this for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the crispy shrimp and the pepper jelly and herbs gave it a unique flavor.


Jaylian Vang
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I love this recipe! The shrimp is crispy and flavorful, and the pepper jelly and herbs give it a nice kick. It's a great appetizer or main course.


Kaliswaran Nadar
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This crispy shrimp recipe is a keeper! The pepper jelly and herbs add a delicious sweet and savory flavor to the shrimp. I will definitely be making this again.