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Hooters Buffalo Shrimp Recipe

Score big with this fiery, crowd-pleasing Hooters-inspired Buffalo Shrimp recipe! Perfect for game day parties, tailgates, or any gathering where finger-licking goodness is a must. Crispy, juicy shrimp tossed in a tangy buffalo sauce – this recipe is easy to double or triple for a large crowd.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 539.4 kcal
Protein 35g
Rating 4.1 (16 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Hooters Buffalo Shrimp

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How to Make Hooters Buffalo Shrimp

  1. **Make the Buffalo Sauce:**
  2. Melt 1/2 cup butter in a small saucepan over medium heat.
  3. Stir in 1/4 cup Frank's RedHot Original Cayenne Pepper Sauce (or your favorite buffalo sauce).
  4. Add 2 tablespoons of honey and 1 tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce. Whisk until smooth and combined.
  5. Reduce heat to low, cover, and keep warm.
  6. **Prepare the Shrimp:**
  7. In a small bowl, whisk together 1 large egg and 2 tablespoons of milk.
  8. Place 2 cups all-purpose flour in a large gallon-size zip-top bag.
  9. Coat 6 shrimp in the egg mixture, then add them to the bag of flour. Seal the bag and shake well to coat evenly.
  10. Repeat steps 7, coating 6 shrimp at a time, until all shrimp are floured.
  11. Ensure all shrimp are thoroughly coated with flour. Refrigerate for 5 minutes while the deep fryer heats.
  12. Heat your deep fryer to 375°F (190°C).
  13. Deep-fry shrimp in batches for 8-10 minutes, or until the tails turn a dark reddish-brown and the shrimp are cooked through.
  14. Remove shrimp from fryer, let excess oil drain on a wire rack or paper towels.
  15. Gently toss the cooked shrimp with the prepared buffalo sauce in a large bowl or container with a lid. You can shake gently to coat evenly.
  16. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

43 g

Sugar

2g

Fat

84g

Carbs

17g

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