Description
These Buffalo Shrimp are a spicy and crispy appetizer perfect for game day or any gathering. Crunchy fried shrimp are coated in a tangy buffalo sauce for a flavorful kick. Serve them with a side of ranch or blue cheese dressing for a classic touch.
Ingredients
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For the Shrimp:
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails on or off
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- vegetable oil for frying
For the Buffalo Sauce:
- ½ cup buffalo wing sauce
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
For Garnish:
- Chopped fresh parsley or green onions (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Shrimp: Pat shrimp dry. Mix flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Bread Shrimp: Dip shrimp in flour, then egg, then coat in panko.
- Fry Shrimp: Fry in hot oil until golden and crispy.
- Toss in Sauce: Combine buffalo sauce and melted butter. Toss fried shrimp in sauce.
- Serve: Garnish with parsley or green onions and serve hot.
Notes
- For a healthier option, bake or air fry the shrimp instead of frying.
- Pair with ranch or blue cheese dressing and celery sticks for a classic accompaniment.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 190mg
