Crispy Buffalo Shrimp Recipe

Name: Crispy Buffalo Shrimp
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: vegetable oil for frying; 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting; 1 1/2 teaspoons lemon pepper seasoning; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 pinch cayenne pepper; 2 eggs; 1 teaspoon milk; 30 frozen medium shrimp - thawed, shelled, and deveined; 1/4 cup hot pepper sauce (such as Frank's RedHot(R)), or to taste

Servings: persons

vegetable oil for frying
1/2 cup all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
1 1/2 teaspoons lemon pepper seasoning
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 pinch cayenne pepper
2 eggs
1 teaspoon milk
30 frozen medium shrimp - thawed, shelled, and deveined
1/4 cup hot pepper sauce (such as Frank's RedHot(R)), or to taste

1
Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Pat shrimp dry with paper towels.
2
Combine flour, lemon pepper seasoning, baking powder, salt, garlic powder, and cayenne together in a bowl. Whisk eggs and milk together in a second bowl.
3
Dip each shrimp in the egg mixture, then the flour mixture to evenly coat. Transfer prepared shrimp to a baking sheet until ready to fry. Sprinkle additional flour as needed to fully cover.
4
Cook 8 to 10 shrimp at a time in the hot oil until golden brown on the outside and cooked through on the inside, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a baking sheet lined with paper towels. Repeat with remaining shrimp.
5
Toss shrimp together with hot sauce in a large bowl until each piece is coated.

885

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

189

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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: vegetable oil for frying, 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting, 1 1/2 teaspoons lemon pepper seasoning, 1 teaspoon baking powder, and more.

Yes, Crispy Buffalo 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.

Crispy Buffalo Shrimp

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