Buffalo Shrimp

Crispy, spicy, and irresistibly flavorful, this Buffalo Shrimp recipe is a seafood twist on the classic buffalo wings you know and love. Made with tender shrimp coated in a perfectly seasoned flour mixture and fried to golden perfection, each bite delivers a satisfying crunch. Tossed in a rich, buttery hot sauce made with Frank's RedHot, paprika, and garlic powder, this dish is packed with bold, zesty flavors that are downright crave-worthy. Perfect for game day, casual dinners, or party appetizers, these buffalo shrimp pair beautifully with celery sticks and a side of creamy ranch or blue cheese dressing for dipping. Ready in just 35 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is an essential addition to any seafood lover's repertoire.

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup Cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 2 Eggs
• 0.5 cup Buttermilk
• 2 cups Vegetable oil, for frying
• 0.5 cup Hot sauce (preferably Frank's RedHot)
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.

Step 3

In another bowl, whisk together the eggs and buttermilk.

Step 4

Dip each shrimp into the flour mixture, then into the egg mixture, and back into the flour mixture, ensuring each shrimp is well-coated.

Step 5

Heat the vegetable oil in a deep frying pan over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).

Step 6

Carefully add shrimp to the hot oil in batches, avoiding overcrowding the pan. Fry each batch for about 2-3 minutes until golden brown and crispy.

Step 7

Remove the shrimp from the oil with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.

Step 8

To prepare the buffalo sauce, melt the butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Once melted, add the hot sauce, paprika, and garlic powder, stirring until well combined.

Step 9

Place the fried shrimp in a large bowl, pour the buffalo sauce over them, and toss until all shrimp are well-coated.

Step 10

Serve immediately with celery sticks and ranch or blue cheese dressing on the side for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1485.4 grams (1485.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5829

Total Fat 540.80g	693%
Saturated Fat 101.00g	505%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.20g
Cholesterol 1395mg	465%
Sodium 8007mg	348%
Total Carbohydrate 131.30g	48%
Dietary Fiber 4.50g	16%
Total Sugars 6.80g
Protein 138.80g	278%

Vitamin D 145IU	727%
Calcium 412mg	32%
Iron 10mg	57%
Potassium 1683mg	36%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 81.8%

Protein: 9.3%

Carbs: 8.8%