Creole Buffalo Shrimp

Description

This shrimp is deep fried and then coated with a very spicy buffalo sauce. Not for the faint of heart! I love this served with bleu cheese dressing for dipping. Prep time includes resting time in the refrigerator.

Ingredients

• Flour
• Creole Seasoning
• Garlic Powder
• Cayenne Pepper
• Onion Powder
• Black Pepper
• Large Shrimp
• Garlic Cloves
• Butter
• Hot Sauce

Instructions

1. Combine the flour, creole seasoning, garlic powder, cayenne, onion powder, and black pepper in a zip lock bag
2. Shake the bag to mix the flour and spices
3. Rinse the shrimp under cold water
4. Place in the bag and shake to coat the shrimp
5. Lay the shrimp in a casserole dish and refrigerate for 30 minutes to rest
6. Do not discard the seasoned flour
7. Combine the minced garlic, butter, hot sauce and cayenne in a saucepan
8. Heat until the butter is melted and keep warm
9. In a deep fryer, heat oil to 375 degrees
10. Remove the shrimp from the refrigerator and re-coat with the remaining seasoned flour
11. Place the shrimp in the hot oil and fry about 2-3 minutes, or until pink
12. Fry in batches if necessary
13. Immediately coat with the spicy buffalo sauce and serve