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Outback Steakhouse Volcano Shrimp Recipe

Outback Steakhouse Volcano Shrimp Recipe

Outback Steakhouse Volcano Shrimp is a crispy fried shrimp appetizer tossed in a creamy, spicy sauce that’s sweet, tangy, and fiery at the same time.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 People
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup cornstarch
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup buttermilk
  • Vegetable oil for frying
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup sweet chili sauce
  • 1 –2 tablespoons sriracha adjust to taste
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon rice vinegar

Equipment

  • Deep frying pan or heavy skillet
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Slotted spoon
  • Paper towels
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

Step 1: Prepare the Shrimp
  1. I always start by patting the shrimp dry with paper towels. This helps the coating stick better and ensures extra crispiness.
    Outback Steakhouse Volcano Shrimp Recipe
Step 2: Make the Breading
  1. In one bowl, mix flour, cornstarch, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. In another bowl, whisk eggs with buttermilk.
    Outback Steakhouse Volcano Shrimp Recipe
Step 3: Coat the Shrimp
  1. Dip each shrimp into the egg mixture, then dredge it in the flour mixture. Make sure every shrimp is fully coated.
    Outback Steakhouse Volcano Shrimp Recipe
Step 4: Fry the Shrimp
  1. Heat oil to 350°F and fry the shrimp in batches for 2–3 minutes until golden and crispy. I place them on paper towels to drain excess oil.
    Outback Steakhouse Volcano Shrimp Recipe
Step 5: Prepare the Volcano Sauce
  1. In a bowl, whisk mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, and rice vinegar until smooth and creamy.
    Outback Steakhouse Volcano Shrimp Recipe
Step 6: Toss and Serve
  1. Gently toss the fried shrimp in the volcano sauce until evenly coated. Serve immediately while hot and crispy.
    Outback Steakhouse Volcano Shrimp Recipe

Notes

  • I love serving Volcano Shrimp as a party appetizer with extra sauce on the side.
  • You can also pair it with a fresh salad or serve it over rice for a fun main dish twist.