Three Mile Island Shrimp

Turn up the heat with this bold and zesty Three Mile Island Shrimp recipe! Featuring tender, golden-fried shrimp coated in a perfectly crispy batter with a kick of garlic and paprika, this dish is elevated to fiery perfection with a buttery hot sauce glaze infused with honey and apple cider vinegar for a tangy-sweet balance. Quick to prepare in just 30 minutes, this crowd-pleaser is a must-try for lovers of spicy seafood recipes. Serve it with cooling blue cheese or ranch dressing and crisp celery sticks for the ultimate flavor pairing. Whether as an appetizer or a main dish, this crispy buffalo shrimp recipe guarantees to deliver on both crunch and heat!

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
• 0.25 cup cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.75 cup cold sparkling water
• 4 cups vegetable oil (for frying)
• 4 tablespoons butter
• 0.5 cup hot sauce (such as Frank's RedHot)
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
• 0 optional: blue cheese or ranch dressing (for dipping)
• 0 optional: celery sticks (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Step 2

Slowly whisk in the cold sparkling water, creating a smooth and slightly thick batter. Add more sparkling water if needed to reach the desired consistency.

Step 3

Heat the vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large heavy-bottomed pot to 350°F (175°C).

Step 4

Once the oil is hot, pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and dip each into the batter, ensuring they are fully coated.

Step 5

Carefully lower a few battered shrimp into the hot oil, being cautious not to overcrowd the pot. Fry for 2-3 minutes or until the shrimp are golden and crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain.

Step 6

Repeat frying with the remaining shrimp in batches.

Step 7

While the shrimp are frying, prepare the sauce: In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Stir in the hot sauce, honey, and apple cider vinegar. Simmer for 1-2 minutes, then remove from heat.

Step 8

Transfer the fried shrimp to a large bowl and pour the buffalo sauce over them. Toss gently to coat all the shrimp evenly.

Step 9

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

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2007.5 grams (2007.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	9506

Total Fat 1009.70g	1294%
Saturated Fat 164.40g	822%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.40g
Cholesterol 1027mg	342%
Sodium 7612mg	331%
Total Carbohydrate 89.20g	32%
Dietary Fiber 4.80g	17%
Total Sugars 20.40g
Protein 118.30g	237%

Vitamin D 9IU	45%
Calcium 273mg	21%
Iron 6mg	32%
Potassium 1629mg	35%

*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: 91.6%

Protein: 4.8%

Carbs: 3.6%