Anna Maria Island “Angry Shrimp”

The only thing better than fresh from the sea peel and eat shrimp is this “angry shrimp” recipe I discovered a few years back! I know that not everyone likes raw seafood and this is the perfect alternative. The lightly breaded shrimp with a delicious spicy kick is a sure winner at any dinner table or party for kids & adults alike. This is also a great alternative for a party if you don’t want to bring one of those slimy shrimp cocktails…this recipe can be your new go-to!

When staying on Anna Maria Island you can get most of these ingredients at the Bradenton Downtown Farmers Market and make it for your family & friends who will surely be impressed!

Nothing screams beach vacation more than delicious “Angry Shrimp”

What you’ll need

• ½ cup sweet chili sauce
• ½ Tbsp horseradish
• Zest and juice of ½ lemon, plus ½ Tbsp zest and ½ Tbsp juice
• 1 Tbsp Tabasco
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• ½ cup flour
• ½ tsp cayenne pepper powder
• ½ Tbsp chili powder
• ½ Tbsp paprika
• 1 lb 16/20 shrimp, peeled
• 1 Tbsp canola oil
• 1 small garlic clove, minced
• ½ small shallot, minced
• Pinch crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 Tbsp butter

How to make it

1. In a small bowl, mix together the sweet chili sauce, horseradish, zest and juice of ½ lemon, and Tabasco. Season the angry sauce with salt and pepper and refrigerate.
2. In a medium bowl, mix together the flour, cayenne, chili powder, and paprika. Set aside. Toss the shrimp in the angry flour.
3. In a large sauté pan over medium-high heat, add the oil. When the oil is hot, add the shrimp and sear until just cooked through, about 2 minutes on each side. Add the garlic, shallot, ½ Tbsp juice zest, ½ Tbsp lemon juice, crushed red pepper flakes, and butter. Toss to coat and season with additional salt, if needed. Serve with reserved angry sauce. Makes 4 to 6 servings.

And that’s it! Quick, easy & delicious! If any of you try it please let me know how you enjoyed it! Did you make any changes to the recipe?

T.W.

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