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Crispy Bang Bang Shrimp served with spicy sauce on a plate
Serine Milo

Bang Bang Shrimp

A crispy, crunchy dish of shrimp coated in a creamy and spicy sauce, perfect for gatherings or a delightful meal at home.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Total Time 21 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Asian
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the shrimp
  • 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined Medium-sized shrimp work best
  • 1 cup buttermilk For tenderizing
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour Gluten-free flour can be used as an alternative
  • 1/2 cup corn starch For extra crispiness
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • as needed Oil for frying Canola or vegetable oil works well
For the Bang Bang sauce
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
  • 1-2 tbsp sriracha Adjust to your heat preference
  • 1 tsp lime juice

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Combine the shrimp with buttermilk in a bowl and let them soak for about 15 minutes.
  2. In a separate bowl, mix together flour, corn starch, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to create the coating.
Cooking
  1. Heat oil in a pan over medium-high heat until a drop of batter sizzles upon contact.
  2. Coat shrimp in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
  3. Fry the shrimp in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes on each side.
  4. Transfer cooked shrimp to a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil.
Making the Sauce
  1. In a bowl, mix together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, and lime juice until well combined.
  2. Toss the crispy shrimp in the Bang Bang sauce until fully coated.

Notes

Consider adding lime zest to the sauce for extra brightness. You can also skip frying and bake the coated shrimp at 425°F for about 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway for a healthier option.