Crispy Buffalo Fried Shrimp

Crispy Buffalo Fried Shrimp

Dive into a crispy, spicy delight with our Crispy Buffalo Fried Shrimp recipe. This dish is a delicious combination of succulent shrimp coated in a flavorful buffalo sauce, perfect for seafood lovers looking to add a little kick to their plate. It's quick, easy, and guaranteed to impress at any gathering.

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Ingredients

🥛 1 cup buttermilk (or 1 cup milk with 1 tablespoon vinegar)
🥚 1 large egg
🧈 2 tablespoons butter, melted
🌶️ 1/2 cup hot sauce
🍅 2 tablespoons ketchup
🧄 1 teaspoon garlic powder
🧅 1 teaspoon onion powder
🌶️ 1 teaspoon paprika
🌿 1 packet Sazon seasoning
🌑 1 teaspoon black pepper
🌿 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
🍤 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined

Instructions

1- Prepare the Buttermilk:

If you don't have buttermilk, simply combine 1 cup of milk with 1 tablespoon of vinegar.
Stir and let it sit for 5 minutes until thickened.

2- Marinate the Shrimp:

In a large bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, egg, and half the hot sauce.
Add the shrimp to the bowl, ensuring they are fully submerged.
Allow them to marinate in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.

3- Mix Seasonings:

In a separate bowl, mix garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, Sazon, black pepper, and half of the chopped parsley.

4- Coat the Shrimp:

Remove the shrimp from the buttermilk mixture, letting excess drip off.
Coat each shrimp with the prepared seasoning mix evenly.

5- Fry the Shrimp:

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Once hot, fry the shrimp in batches for about 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
Remove and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

6- Prepare Buffalo Sauce:

In a small saucepan, combine the melted butter, remaining hot sauce, and ketchup.
Heat over low heat, stirring, until the butter is fully melted and well combined.

7- Toss the Shrimp:

In a large bowl, gently toss the fried shrimp with the buffalo sauce until they’re fully coated.

8- Garnish and Serve:

Transfer to a serving platter and garnish with the remaining parsley.
Serve immediately and enjoy the crunch and spice!

Prep Time: 40 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: Approx. 310 per serving
Proteins: 28g
Fats: 18g
Carbohydrates: 12g
Equipment: Large bowl, skillet, small saucepan, whisk, paper towels