Dynamite Shrimp with Spicy Mayo Sauce Recipe
Dynamite Shrimp features crispy battered and fried shrimp coated in a spicy, creamy mayo-based sauce. This American-inspired appetizer or main dish delivers a perfect balance of crunchy texture and bold heat, making it a popular choice at Japanese restaurants and perfect for home cooking. Serve alongside egg rolls, potstickers, or sweet and sour sauce for a delightful meal.
- 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
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
- 1 1/2 cups cold club soda
- Canola oil for frying
- 1 pound shrimp, deveined and shells removed, 21-25 count
Spicy Mayo Sauce
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 tablespoon sriracha
Instructions
- Heat Oil: Heat a pot of canola oil to 375 degrees Fahrenheit, ensuring there is at least 3 inches of oil for deep frying.
- Prepare Dry Mixture and Dredge Shrimp: In a bowl, mix together the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, kosher salt, and white pepper. Dredge each shrimp in this dry mixture, then shake off any excess coating.
- Make Batter and Fry Shrimp: Whisk the cold club soda into the remaining flour mixture to create a batter. Dip the dredged shrimp into the batter, then immediately carefully place them into the hot oil. Fry until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per batch. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- Prepare Spicy Mayo Sauce: In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sugar, and sriracha until smooth and combined.
- Toss Shrimp in Sauce and Serve: Toss the freshly fried shrimp with the spicy mayo sauce until evenly coated. Serve immediately for best texture and flavor.
Notes
- Click on times in the instructions to start a kitchen timer while cooking.
- To prep ahead, mix and store dry flour mixture and sauce separately in the refrigerator; dredge and fry shrimp fresh when ready to serve.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for 3-4 days; reheat shrimp in a toaster oven to regain crispiness.
- Freezing is not recommended as shrimp can become rubbery.
- 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.
- Garnish with chopped chives or diced green onions and serve with sweet chili sauce to balance the spice.
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