Crispy Buffalo Shrimp

Prep Time:
25 mins

Cook Time:
5 mins

Total Time:
30 mins

Servings:
6

Yield:
30 shrimp

Ingredients

Directions

Heat oil in a deep fryer or large saucepan to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

Whisk flour, lemon pepper seasoning, baking powder, salt, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper together in a bowl. Whisk eggs and milk together in a separate bowl.

Pat shrimp dry with paper towels. Dip shrimp in egg mixture, then dredge in flour mixture to evenly coat. Transfer shrimp to a baking sheet in a single layer until ready to fry; sprinkle remaining flour to fully cover as needed.

Carefully lower shrimp, in batches of 8 to 10, into the hot oil; fry until golden brown and cooked through on the inside, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a baking sheet lined with paper towels. Repeat with remaining shrimp.

Toss shrimp with hot sauce in a large bowl until completely coated.

Cook's Notes:

We buy a bag of frozen, peeled shrimp that you find in your grocer's cooler in the seafood section.

Thaw shrimp overnight in the refrigerator or in a resealable plastic bag placed in a bowl of cold water for about 15 minutes.

Editor's Notes:

Nutrition data for this recipe includes the full amount of breading ingredients. The actual amount of breading consumed will vary. We have determined the nutritional value of oil for frying based on a retention value of 10% after cooking. The exact amount will vary depending on cooking time and temperature, ingredient density, and specific type of oil used.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)