Bang Bang Shrimp

The Crispy Chef

This crispy and creamy Bang Bang Shrimp is the ultimate appetizer or main dish that comes together in just 20 minutes. With perfectly golden fried shrimp and a sweet-spicy Bang Bang sauce, it's even better than takeout.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Total Time 20

Course Appetizer

Cuisine American

Servings

Calories 410 kcal

Equipment

Mixing bowls
Frying pan or deep skillet
Slotted spoon or tongs
Paper towels
Measuring cups and spoons
Whisk
Thermometer (optional for oil)

Ingredients

For the Shrimp:
1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
1/2 cup buttermilk or 1/2 cup milk + 1 tsp lemon juice
3/4 cup cornstarch
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/4 tsp garlic powder
Oil for frying vegetable or canola
For the Bang Bang Sauce:
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
2 –3 tsp sriracha to taste
1 tbsp honey
1 tsp lime juice
1/2 tsp garlic powder
For Garnish:
3 green onions thinly sliced
Sesame seeds
Extra sriracha optional

Instructions

Step 1: Prep Shrimp
Pat shrimp dry with paper towels.
Toss in bowl with buttermilk, let sit 10–15 minutes.
Step 2: Make Sauce
Mix all sauce ingredients in a bowl.
Adjust sriracha to taste.
Set aside 1/3 of the sauce for dipping.
Step 3: Coat and Fry
In shallow bowl, mix cornstarch, salt, pepper, garlic powder.
Heat oil (~1/2 inch deep) to 350°F.
Dredge shrimp in cornstarch mixture, shake off excess.
Fry shrimp in batches for 2–3 minutes until golden.
Drain on paper towels.
Step 4: Toss and Serve
Toss hot shrimp in remaining sauce.
Serve topped with green onions, sesame seeds, and extra sauce.

Notes

For baked version: Bake coated shrimp at 400°F for 10–12 mins.

For air fryer: Cook at 380°F for 8 mins, shaking halfway.

Great in tacos, over rice, or with salads.

Gluten-free? Just double-check your sweet chili and sriracha labels.

Nutrition

Calories: 410kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 24gFat: 24g

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