Hooters Buffalo Shrimp Recipe

Name: Hooters Buffalo Shrimp
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Buffalo Sauce; 1/2 cup louisiana hot sauce or 1/2 cup Frank's red hot sauce; 4 ounces unsalted butter; 1/4 teaspoon paprika; 1/8 teaspoon black pepper; 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder; oil, for deep-frying; Shrimp; 24 fresh large shrimp, peeled and de-veined; 2 eggs, beaten; 8 fluid ounces milk; 2 cups flour

Servings: persons

Buffalo Sauce
1/2 cup louisiana hot sauce or 1/2 cup Frank's red hot sauce
4 ounces unsalted butter
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
oil, for deep-frying
Shrimp
24 fresh large shrimp, peeled and de-veined
2 eggs, beaten
8 fluid ounces milk
2 cups flour

1
---To Make The Sauce---.
2
Combine in a small saucepan over medium heat until butter is mixed through.
3
Cover and keep warm over low heat.
4
---To Make The Shrimp---.
5
Combine the egg and milk in a small bowl.
6
Place flour in a large gallon-size zip-lock bag.
7
Coat six of the shrimp with egg mixture, then toss them in the bag of flour and shake well to coat.
8
Leave them in there, and repeat the process, six shrimp at a time.
9
Make sure they are all well coated with flour.
10
Refrigerate for about 5 minutes while your deep fryer heats up to 375u00b0F.
11
Deep-fry at 375u00b0F for about 8-10 minutes until shrimp tails are dark brown.
12
Remove, drain, and toss gently with your prepared Buffalo sauce; you can do this by shaking gently in a large Tupperware container with a lid.

1210

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

163

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Buffalo Sauce, 1/2 cup louisiana hot sauce or 1/2 cup Frank's red hot sauce, 4 ounces unsalted butter, 1/4 teaspoon paprika, and more.

Yes, Hooters 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Hooters Buffalo Shrimp

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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