Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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3
servings
1 cup

vegetable oil

1 lb

shrimp

peeled, deveined

2 cup

flour

1 tsp

salt

to taste

1 tsp

black pepper

freshly ground, to taste

0.25 tsp

cayenne pepper

to taste

0.5 cup

butter

soft

0.5 cup

warm sauce

warm

Step 1
~2 min

Heat vegetable oil in a medium-sized pot to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.

Step 2
~2 min

In a shallow dish, combine flour, salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper.

Step 3
~2 min

Toss the shrimp in the seasoned flour mixture, ensuring they are fully coated.

Step 4
~2 min

Shake off any excess flour from the shrimp.

Step 5
~2 min

Carefully place the floured shrimp into the hot vegetable oil.

Step 6
~2 min

Fry the shrimp until golden brown, approximately 3 minutes.

Step 7
~2 min

While the shrimp are frying, melt butter in a large bowl.

Step 8
~2 min

Whisk warm sauce into the melted butter until well combined.

Step 9
~2 min

Once the shrimp are cooked, remove them from the oil and drain briefly on paper towels.

Step 10
~2 min

Immediately toss the fried shrimp in the butter and warm sauce mixture until evenly coated.

Step 11
~2 min

Serve immediately.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use a thermometer to ensure the oil is at the correct temperature for frying.

Do not overcrowd the pot when frying the shrimp.

Adjust the amount of cayenne pepper to control the spiciness of the dish.

Serve with blue cheese or ranch dressing for dipping.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Sauce can be made ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve immediately after tossing in sauce.

Offer with celery sticks and carrot sticks.

Serve with blue cheese or ranch dressing.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

French fries
Coleslaw

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Popular appetizer in American sports bars and restaurants.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Game day
Parties

Occasion Tags

Game Day
Party
Appetizer
Snack

Popularity Score

70/100

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