Description
This Bang Bang Shrimp recipe is a crispy and creamy shrimp dish coated with a spicy and creamy sauce. It’s perfect as an appetizer or main course.
Ingredients
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1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
1–2 teaspoons sriracha sauce
1 tablespoon honey
1.5 pounds large shrimp, thawed, peeled, and deveined
4 egg whites
2 tablespoons corn starch
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon white pepper optional
Vegetable oil for frying
1/4 cup sliced green onions optional
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha sauce, and honey until smooth. Set aside.
- In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the egg whites, corn starch, salt, and white pepper (if using). Pour the mixture over the shrimp and make sure they are coated evenly.
- Pour about two inches of vegetable oil into a large heavy-bottomed pot and heat the oil to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Working in small batches, fry the shrimp until they are cooked through and golden brown, which should take about 2-3 minutes. Remove the shrimp from the oil and drain them on a paper towel-lined plate or pan.
- Once the shrimp is cooked, gently toss them in the sauce until they are coated evenly.
- Garnish the dish with green onions, and your bang bang shrimp is ready to serve.
Notes
- For even crispier shrimp, let them sit in the egg white mixture for at least 10 minutes before frying.
- If you like your sauce spicier, increase the amount of sriracha sauce to your liking.
- Serve the bang bang shrimp with a side of rice or noodles for a complete meal.
- Make sure the oil is hot enough before frying to ensure the shrimp come out crispy and not oily.
- Try using different types of chili sauce for the sauce, such as garlic chili sauce or sambal oelek, for a different flavor profile.
- Swap out the shrimp for chicken or tofu for a different protein option.
- Add some vegetables to the dish, such as broccoli or bell peppers, for added nutrients and texture.
- Make a lighter version of the sauce by using Greek yogurt or sour cream instead of mayonnaise.
- Make it a low-carb option by using almond flour or coconut flour instead of corn starch for the coating.
- Add some chopped peanuts or cashews on top of the dish for added crunch and flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Main Course
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 311kcal
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 778mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0.05g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 0.2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 80mg