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Buffalo Shrimp are a delicious appetizer or main dish recipe coated in a tasty hot sauce and seasoning mixture and then cooked to perfection in a skillet.

Buffalo Shrimp are a delicious appetizer or main dish recipe coated in a tasty hot sauce and seasoning mixture and then cooked to perfection in a skillet.

Buffalo Shrimp are a tasty snack with a kick.

Buffalo Shrimp are a delicious appetizer or main dish recipe coated in a tasty hot sauce and seasoning mixture and then cooked to perfection in a skillet.

These tender and flavourful shrimp can be served as an appetizer with a variety of sauces or as a main dish with some sides.

Buffalo Shrimp are a delicious appetizer or main dish recipe coated in a tasty hot sauce and seasoning mixture and then cooked to perfection in a skillet.

This shrimp recipe takes less than fifteen minutes from start to finish and serves four people.

Buffalo Shrimp are a delicious appetizer or main dish recipe coated in a tasty hot sauce and seasoning mixture and then cooked to perfection in a skillet.

Ingredients You’ll Need for Buffalo Shrimp

  • 1 pound raw medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 (1 ounce) packet of buffalo wing seasoning mix
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 Tablespoon hot sauce ( I used Frank’s)
  • 2 Tablespoons olive oil

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 Step by Step Instructions for Making Buffalo Shrimp 

 STEP 1: 

To make this Buffalo shrimp, I started by placing some peeled and deveined shrimp onto a large plate and patting them dry with a paper towel.

raw shrimp on a plate

 STEP 2: 

I poured a packet of Buffalo wing seasoning, garlic powder and some hot sauce into a large mixing bowl.

I stirred the ingredients together well.

 STEP 3: 

I added the shrimp to the bowl.

I gently tossed the shrimp until they were coated in the sauce and seasoning mixture.

shrimp tossed in buffalo sauce in a large mixing bowl

 STEP 4: 

I heated some olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Once the oil was hot I carefully added the shrimp to the skillet.

I cooked the shrimp for about 3 minutes per side.

I transferred the cooked shrimp to a serving dish.

Buffalo Shrimp are a delicious appetizer or main dish recipe coated in a tasty hot sauce and seasoning mixture and then cooked to perfection in a skillet.

Then the shrimp was ready to serve and enjoy!

Buffalo Shrimp are a delicious appetizer or main dish recipe coated in a tasty hot sauce and seasoning mixture and then cooked to perfection in a skillet.

This shrimp could be served with a variety of dipping sauces including ranch and blue cheese.

Buffalo Shrimp are a delicious appetizer or main dish recipe coated in a tasty hot sauce and seasoning mixture and then cooked to perfection in a skillet.

You could also serve it with some cut celery and carrots.

Buffalo Shrimp are a delicious appetizer or main dish recipe coated in a tasty hot sauce and seasoning mixture and then cooked to perfection in a skillet.

If you are looking for a simple and delish shrimp recipe, then you need to try this Buffalo Shrimp!

Buffalo Shrimp are a delicious appetizer or main dish recipe coated in a tasty hot sauce and seasoning mixture and then cooked to perfection in a skillet.

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FAQS:

How should I store Buffalo shrimp?

After cooling to room temperature, Buffalo Shrimp should be stored in an airtight container. They will last in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. It is not recommended to freeze Buffalo Shrimp as the texture and quality will be different once thawed.

What substitutions could I make?

  • Buffalo Wing Seasoning Mix: You could use liquid Buffalo sauce in place of the seasoning mix if you prefer.
  • Garlic Powder: The garlic powder is recommended but you can omit it if you prefer.

What should I serve with my Buffalo shrimp:

  • If you are serving the Buffalo shrimp as an appetizer or party snack you could serve it with some ranch dressing, blue cheese dip, carrots and celery.
  • If you are serving the shrimp as a main dish you could serve it with a variety of sides including a green salad, rice or roasted veggies.
Buffalo Shrimp are a delicious appetizer or main dish recipe coated in a tasty hot sauce and seasoning mixture and then cooked to perfection in a skillet.

Buffalo Shrimp

Yield: 4 servings
Prep Time: 8 minutes
Cook Time: 6 minutes
Total Time: 8 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 pound raw medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 (1 ounce) packet of buffalo wing seasoning mix
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 Tablespoon hot sauce ( I used Frank's)
  • 2 Tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

  1. Set your shrimp on a large plate and pat dry with a paper towel. Set aside. 
  2. Mix the buffalo wing seasoning, garlic powder, and hot sauce in a large bowl using a rubber spatula. The mixture will be a thick sauce. 
  3. Gently place the raw shrimp into the mixture and coat using a spatula. 
  4. Warm oil on medium heat until smooth and shiny in a large skillet. 
  5. Place shrimp into the hot oil, being careful not to burn yourself. 
  6. Cook the shrimp until cooked through, about 3 minutes on each side. 
  7. Serve immediately with optional sides.

Notes

  • You can use shrimp with the tail on or off
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 4 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 87Total Fat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 8mgSodium: 135mgCarbohydrates: 1gFiber: 0gSugar: 0gProtein: 2g
© Erin
Cuisine: American / Category: Appetizers and Party Food

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