📖 Instructions

1. First things first, let's get that oven preheated to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper – nobody likes scrubbing burnt shrimp off a pan.
2. Now, in your large mixing bowl, toss the shrimp with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Make sure each lil' guy is nicely coated.
3. Spread the shrimp in a single layer on your prepared baking sheet. Pop it in the oven for about 8-10 minutes, or until they're pink and cooked through. Watch them closely – overcooked shrimp are a culinary tragedy.
4. While the shrimp are doing their thing, it's ranch time! In your blender or food processor, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, buttermilk, celery, garlic, onion powder, celery seeds, parsley, dill, and a squeeze of lemon juice. Blend until smooth and creamy. Taste, and adjust seasonings as needed. More dill? More garlic? You do you.
5. If the ranch is too thick, add a splash more buttermilk until you reach your desired consistency. Give it a good chill in the fridge while you prep the rest of the bowl. Letting it sit allows the flavors to meld together beautifully.
6. Next up, the buffalo sauce. In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in your favorite hot sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and a dash of cayenne pepper for extra kick. Simmer for about 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until everything is well combined. A little brown sugar can mellow out the heat too. It's not traditional, but I won't tell if you don't.
7. Once the shrimp are out of the oven, gently toss them in the buffalo sauce until they're gloriously coated. Be generous with that sauce! You want every bite to pack a punch.
8. Now, time to assemble your protein bowl. Cook rice according to package directions. Fluff it with a fork and portion it into bowls.
9. Arrange your crisp romaine lettuce, shredded carrots, and sliced cucumber over the rice. It's all about balance, ya know?.
10. Top with the buffalo shrimp. Drizzle generously with the homemade celery ranch. Garnish with chopped green onions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds, if you're feeling fancy. Serve immediately and prepare for a flavor explosion!