Creole Buffalo Shrimp

Ingredients

• 2 cups flour
• 2 tablespoons creole seasoning
• 1 tablespoon garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 lb large shrimp, peeled
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 1/2 tablespoons butter
• 6 ounces hot sauce
• 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Directions

1. 1

   Combine the flour, creole seasoning, garlic powder, cayenne, onion powder, and black pepper in a zip lock bag.

2. 2

   Shake the bag to mix the flour and spices.

3. 3

   Rinse the shrimp under cold water; place in the bag and shake to coat the shrimp.

4. 4

   Lay the shrimp in a casserole dish and refrigerate for 30 minutes to rest; do not discard the seasoned flour.

5. 5

   Combine the minced garlic, butter, hot sauce and cayenne in a saucepan; heat until the butter is melted and keep warm.

6. 6

   In a deep fryer, heat oil to 375 degrees.

7. 7

   Remove the shrimp from the refrigerator and re-coat with the remaining seasoned flour.

8. 8

   Place the shrimp in the hot oil and fry about 2-3 minutes, or until pink; fry in batches if necessary.

9. 9

   Immediately coat with the spicy buffalo sauce and serve.