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Crispy Homemade Bang Bang Shrimp Recipe

Bang Bang Shrimp is a popular appetizer known for its crispy coating and spicy, creamy sauce. This homemade version brings the restaurant favorite to your kitchen with just the right balance of flavor and crunch.

The shrimp are coated in a light batter, fried until golden, and tossed in a tangy sauce that combines mayonnaise and sweet chili sauce, making it an irresistible dish for parties or a fun family dinner.

Easy Bang Bang Shrimp Recipe

A delicious serving of crispy Bang Bang Shrimp with green onion garnish on a plate.

This recipe yields crispy shrimp, served with a deliciously spicy sauce, making it a delightful starter or a satisfying main dish. With a preparation and cooking time of about 30 minutes, it serves approximately 4 people.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for extra heat)
  • Vegetable oil for frying
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Sriracha or to taste
  • Chopped green onions for garnish
  • Lettuce leaves for serving (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Shrimp: In a bowl, soak the peeled and deveined shrimp in buttermilk for 15-20 minutes to tenderize and enhance flavor.
  2. Mix the Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, combine flour, salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper.
  3. Coat the Shrimp: Remove shrimp from buttermilk, letting excess drip off. Dredge each shrimp in the flour mixture until fully coated.
  4. Fry the Shrimp: Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the shrimp in batches for about 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and crisp. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
  5. Prepare the Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, and Sriracha until smooth.
  6. Toss in Sauce: In a large bowl, combine the fried shrimp and sauce, tossing until the shrimp are evenly coated.
  7. Serve: Serve immediately over lettuce leaves if desired, and garnish with chopped green onions.

Cook and Prep Times

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes

Nutrition Information

  • Servings: 4 servings
  • Calories: 350kcal
  • Fat: 25g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g

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