Bang Bang Shrimp
A quick, satisfying dish that pairs crispy shrimp with a creamy, tangy sauce that balances sweet, spicy, and savory notes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb medium or large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise (or plant-based mayo)
- 2–3 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
- 1–2 teaspoons hot sauce (adjust to taste)
- 1 tablespoon honey or sugar
- 1/2 cup cornstarch or panko for coating
- 1 egg (or aquafaba for vegan option)
- Vegetable oil for frying
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Squeeze of lime, for finishing
- Optional: chopped scallions and sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Pat shrimp dry with paper towels. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
- Whisk egg (or aquafaba) in a bowl. Place cornstarch or panko in a separate shallow bowl.
- Dip each shrimp into the egg, then dredge in the cornstarch/panko until evenly coated.
- Heat 1/2 inch oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Test by placing a scrap of coating; it should sizzle immediately.
- Fry shrimp in batches for 1–2 minutes per side until golden and just cooked through. Drain on paper towels.
- In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, hot sauce, and honey. Taste and adjust for sweetness and heat.
- Toss fried shrimp with sauce until lightly coated. Garnish with chopped scallions and sesame seeds.
- Serve hot over rice, in lettuce cups, or as a party appetizer.
Notes
Store shrimp and sauce separately in airtight containers in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat in a hot oven or air fryer to maintain crispness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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