Buffalo Fried Shrimp Recipe

Name: Buffalo Fried Shrimp
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2/3 cup mayonnaise; 1/4 cup plus 3 tablespoons Buffalo hot sauce; 2 teaspoons whole-grain mustard; 1 heaping tablespoon chopped dill pickle; 1 heaping tablespoon minced shallot; 1 heaping tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley; Peanut or vegetable oil, for deep-frying; 1 cup all-purpose flour; 1 cup lager beer; 1 1/2 pounds large shrimp, peeled and deveined (tails intact); 2 stalks celery, thinly sliced diagonally

Servings: persons

2/3 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup plus 3 tablespoons Buffalo hot sauce
2 teaspoons whole-grain mustard
1 heaping tablespoon chopped dill pickle
1 heaping tablespoon minced shallot
1 heaping tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley
Peanut or vegetable oil, for deep-frying
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup lager beer
1 1/2 pounds large shrimp, peeled and deveined (tails intact)
2 stalks celery, thinly sliced diagonally

1
Mix the mayonnaise, 1/4 cup hot sauce, the mustard, pickle, shallot and parsley in a small bowl; cover and refrigerate.
2
Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F. Heat 2 inches of peanut oil in a large wide pot over medium-high heat until a deep-fry thermometer registers 365 degrees F.
3
Meanwhile, whisk the flour, beer and the remaining 3 tablespoons hot sauce in a large bowl; add the shrimp and toss to coat.
4
Working in batches, remove the shrimp from the batter with a slotted spoon and fry until cooked through and golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes.
5
(Return the oil to 365 degrees F between batches.)
6
Transfer to a paper towel-lined baking sheet to drain; keep warm in the oven.
7
Add the celery to the remaining batter and toss to coat; remove with a slotted spoon and fry until golden brown, about 2 minutes.
8
Serve the fried shrimp and celery with the prepared sauce.
9
Photograph by Kana Okada

568

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Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2/3 cup mayonnaise, 1/4 cup plus 3 tablespoons Buffalo hot sauce, 2 teaspoons whole-grain mustard, 1 heaping tablespoon chopped dill pickle, and more.

Yes, Buffalo Fried Shrimp falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Buffalo Fried Shrimp

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Variations & substitutions

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