Buffalo Shrimp

Buffalo Shrimp is a spicy and tangy seafood dish that combines tender shrimp with a zesty buffalo sauce, perfect for a quick and flavorful meal. This gluten-free recipe delivers bold flavors with a delightful crunch, making it a great appetizer or main course.

Ingredients

• Shrimp (peeled and deveined) - 300 grams
• Almond flour - 100 grams
• Egg - 1 large
• Buffalo sauce - 100 ml
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic powder - 1 teaspoon
• Onion powder - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Chopped green onions - 2 tablespoons (for garnish)
• Celery sticks - 100 grams (for serving)

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine almond flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
3. In another bowl, whisk the egg until well beaten.
4. Dip each shrimp first into the egg, then coat thoroughly with the almond flour mixture. Place the coated shrimp on the prepared baking sheet.
5. Drizzle olive oil over the coated shrimp to ensure even cooking.
6. Bake the shrimp in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
7. While the shrimp are baking, heat the buffalo sauce in a small saucepan over low heat.
8. Once the shrimp are done, remove them from the oven and toss them in the warmed buffalo sauce until evenly coated.
9. Plate the buffalo shrimp and garnish with chopped green onions. Serve with celery sticks on the side.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 20 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 200 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which supports muscle growth and repair.
• Contains healthy fats from olive oil, promoting heart health.

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