Buffalo Shrimp
This classic Buffalo Shrimp recipe delivers tender, spicy shrimp tossed in a tangy Buffalo sauce, perfect as an appetizer or a main dish.
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Servings:
Calories: 120kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup buttermilk
- 0.75 cup Buffalo wing sauce adjust based on spice preference
- 0.25 cup unsalted butter melted
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp paprika
- 0.25 tsp salt
- vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- In a medium bowl, combine flour, garlic powder, paprika, and salt.
- Dip the shrimp into the buttermilk, then dredge in the seasoned flour mixture. Set aside.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the shrimp in batches until golden and cooked through, about 2-3 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together melted butter and Buffalo wing sauce.
- Toss the fried shrimp in the Buffalo sauce mixture until evenly coated.
- Serve immediately with celery sticks and blue cheese dressing if desired.
Notes
For extra heat, add a sprinkle of cayenne pepper to the flour mixture or use a hotter wing sauce.