Description
Bang Bang Shrimp is a quick and delicious dish that combines crispy fried shrimp with a creamy, spicy sauce that will leave everyone wanting more. This easy recipe can be made in just 30 minutes, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings. With its irresistible blend of flavors and textures, this shrimp dish is sure to impress your family and friends. Whether served as an appetizer, a side dish, or over rice or noodles, Bang Bang Shrimp is flexible enough to fit any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 1 lb jumbo shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 3/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/2 cup Japanese mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
- 2 tbsp sriracha
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Soak the shrimp in buttermilk for 10 minutes to tenderize.
- In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, and sriracha to create the Bang Bang Sauce.
- In a shallow bowl, whisk together cornstarch, salt, garlic powder, and black pepper.
- Dredge each shrimp in the cornstarch mixture until fully coated.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat; fry shrimp in batches for about 1.5 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Drain excess oil on a wire rack or paper towel-lined plate.
- Toss the crispy shrimp with the prepared sauce before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 pieces (100g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 130mg