Buffalo Shrimp Sliders

Spice up your menu with these irresistible Buffalo Shrimp Sliders—a flavorful handheld delight perfect for parties, game days, or a fun dinner at home. Juicy, golden-fried shrimp are coated in a zesty buffalo sauce and paired with a creamy, tangy coleslaw for the ultimate flavor balance. Nestled in soft slider buns and optionally topped with tangy blue cheese crumbles, these sliders are a bold twist on classic buffalo wings. With just 20 minutes of prep and 15 minutes of cook time, this easy recipe is a crowd-pleaser that packs big taste into every bite. Whether you're a fan of seafood, love spicy food, or simply crave a unique appetizer, these buffalo shrimp sliders are sure to be a hit!

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 pound medium shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 3 cups vegetable oil (for frying)
• 0.5 cup buffalo sauce
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
• 12 slider buns
• 2 cups coleslaw mix
• 0.25 cup mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 0.5 cup blue cheese crumbles (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium bowl, combine the shrimp and buttermilk. Let the shrimp soak while preparing the dry coating.

Step 2

In another bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.

Step 3

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or deep fryer to 350°F (175°C).

Step 4

Dredge each shrimp in the flour mixture, ensuring it is fully coated. Lightly shake off any excess flour.

Step 5

Fry the shrimp in batches for 2–3 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy. Remove and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.

Step 6

In a small saucepan, combine the buffalo sauce and melted butter. Heat over low heat, stirring until well blended. Toss the fried shrimp in the buffalo sauce until evenly coated.

Step 7

In a mixing bowl, prepare the slaw by combining the coleslaw mix, mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, and honey. Mix well and set aside.

Step 8

To assemble the sliders, place a spoonful of slaw on the bottom half of each slider bun. Top with 2–3 buffalo shrimp. Sprinkle with blue cheese crumbles if desired, and place the top half of the bun on top.

Step 9

Serve immediately and enjoy your Buffalo Shrimp Sliders!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2783.6 grams (2783.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	9867

Total Fat 846.30g	1085%
Saturated Fat 152.80g	764%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.00g
Cholesterol 1123mg	374%
Sodium 11573mg	503%
Total Carbohydrate 441.60g	161%
Dietary Fiber 26.10g	93%
Total Sugars 73.40g
Protein 209.40g	419%

Vitamin D 153IU	763%
Calcium 1772mg	136%
Iron 30mg	168%
Potassium 3276mg	70%

*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: 74.5%

Protein: 8.2%

Carbs: 17.3%