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Perfect Bang Bang Shrimp

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Perfect Bang Bang Shrimp features crispy golden shrimp tossed in a creamy, sweet, and spicy bang bang sauce. This restaurant-style appetizer is packed with bold flavor and crunchy texture, making it perfect for appetizers, snacks, tacos, or rice bowls.

  • Author: Julia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Asian-American
  • Diet: Halal

Ingredients

  • 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Vegetable oil, for frying
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha sauce
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 2 green onions, sliced

Instructions

  1. Peel and devein the shrimp, then pat them dry with paper towels.
  2. Place the shrimp in buttermilk and let them soak for about 10 minutes.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine cornstarch, flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
  4. Remove the shrimp from the buttermilk and coat them evenly in the flour mixture.
  5. Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat until hot.
  6. Fry the shrimp in batches for a few minutes until golden brown and crispy.
  7. Transfer the cooked shrimp to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
  8. In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, and honey until smooth.
  9. Toss the crispy shrimp gently in the bang bang sauce until evenly coated.
  10. Garnish with sliced green onions and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Medium or large shrimp work best because they stay juicy while frying.
  • Air frying creates a lighter version with less oil.
  • Adjust the sriracha for more or less heat.
  • Keep the sauce separate until serving to maintain crispiness.
  • Serve inside tacos, lettuce wraps, or over rice for a complete meal.

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