Description
Buffalo Shrimp is a crispy, spicy, and utterly irresistible dish that delivers the bold flavors of classic Buffalo wings with the delicate texture of shrimp. Coated in a seasoned flour mixture, deep-fried to golden perfection, and tossed in a rich, tangy Buffalo sauce, this dish is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Whether served as an appetizer, game-day snack, or main course, these shrimp are sure to steal the show!
Ingredients
- Large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- All-purpose flour
- Paprika
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Cayenne pepper
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Eggs
- Oil for frying
- Frank’s RedHot sauce
- Unsalted butter, melted
- Honey
Instructions
- Prepare the Shrimp: In a bowl, mix flour with paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Dip shrimp in beaten eggs, then coat with the seasoned flour mixture. Let the shrimp rest in the fridge for 20-30 minutes to help the coating adhere.
- Fry the Shrimp: Heat oil in a deep pan to 350°F. Fry shrimp in batches for 2-3 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Drain on a wire rack to maintain crispiness.
- Make the Buffalo Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together melted butter, Frank’s RedHot sauce, and honey until smooth and well combined.
- Coat and Serve: Toss the crispy shrimp in the Buffalo sauce or brush the sauce over them. Serve immediately with blue cheese or ranch dressing and celery sticks.
Notes
- For extra crunch, double-coat the shrimp by repeating the flour and egg dip process.
- Adjust the spice level by adding more or less cayenne pepper.
- Serve over a bed of lettuce for a delicious Buffalo Shrimp salad variation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American