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Red Lobster Spicy Dragon Shrimp Recipe

The Red Lobster spicy dragon shrimp is a recipe that everyone loves, it's sweet and spicy crunchy shrimp in one bite! With tempura-style deep-fried shrimp dipped in a rich chili garlic sauce and served on slaw or rice, this recipe brings restaurant flavor to your kitchen. Whether you’re serving it as a party appetizer or main-course meal with an Asian flair, this shrimp is big on spicy flavor and satisfaction.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • For the Shrimp:
  • 1 lb large shrimp peeled, deveined, tails off
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup cornstarch
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 cup cold soda water or club soda
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Vegetable oil for frying
  • For the Spicy Dragon Sauce:
  • ¼ cup Thai sweet chili sauce
  • 1 tbsp Sriracha adjust to taste
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 tsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp rice vinegar
  • ½ tsp minced garlic
  • ½ tsp grated fresh ginger optional
  • Garnishes & Serving:
  • Shredded cabbage or slaw
  • Green onions sliced
  • Toasted sesame seeds
  • Steamed white rice optional

Equipment

  • Deep frying pan or deep fryer
  • Mixing bowls
  • Tongs or slotted spoon
  • Saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Wire rack or paper towel-lined plate
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Prep the Shrimp
  2. Rinse and pat dry the shrimp.
  3. Lightly season with salt and pepper.
  4. Make the Sauce
  5. In a small saucepan, combine sweet chili sauce, Sriracha, honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, garlic, and ginger.
  6. Heat over low-medium heat for 2–3 minutes, stirring until slightly thickened.
  7. Set aside and keep warm.
  8. Prepare the Batter
  9. In a bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  10. Gradually add cold soda water until the batter reaches a pancake-like consistency.
  11. Fry the Shrimp
  12. Heat oil to 350°F (175°C) in a deep pan.
  13. Dip each shrimp into the batter and fry in batches for 2–3 minutes or until golden and crispy.
  14. Remove and drain on paper towels or a wire rack. Let rest for 5 minutes.
  15. Toss and Serve
  16. Toss crispy shrimp in the warm dragon sauce.
  17. Serve over a bed of shredded cabbage or rice.
  18. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.