Bang Bang Shrimp Recipe: Crispy, Spicy, & Delicious

This Bang Bang Shrimp Recipe aka Dynamite Shrimp has a crispy texture and spicy, tangy flavor. The shrimp are coated in a light, crunchy batter and then tossed in a creamy, spicy sauce. It’s a favorite appetizer or main dish for seafood lovers. Try adding these crispy shrimp to tacos, salads, or wraps.

Bang Bang Shrimp Recipe

Bang Bang Shrimp offers a delightful blend of textures and flavors. The shrimp are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and the sauce adds a burst of tangy heat. The sweet chili sauce is slightly sweet, while the sriracha brings a nice spice. The mayonnaise in the sauce adds a creamy texture that balances the heat.

Ingredients

Shrimp

• shrimp
• buttermilk
• garlic powder
• sea salt
• ground black pepper
• cornstarch
• Oil

Bang Bang Sauce

• mayonnaise
• Sweet chili sauce
• Sriracha sauce

Serve with

• Tortillas
• Vegetables
• Green onion, to garnish

Equipment needed for Bang Bang Shrimp

• Bowl, measuring cup, and measuring spoons
• shallow pan or bowl
• pot
• plate and paper towels
• small bowl and whisk

Dynamite Shrimp Cooking Tips

1. Preparing the Shrimp: Make sure the shrimp are peeled and deveined. You can leave the tails on for a nice presentation or remove them.
2. Buttermilk Soak: Soaking the shrimp in buttermilk helps tenderize them and adds a slight tang. It also helps the cornstarch adhere better to the shrimp.
3. Seasoning: Adding garlic powder, salt, and pepper to the buttermilk ensures the shrimp are well-seasoned.
4. Coating: Dredge the shrimp in cornstarch for a light, crispy coating. Make sure each shrimp is evenly coated before frying.
5. Frying: Use enough oil to submerge the shrimp. Fry in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan, which can lower the oil temperature and result in soggy shrimp. Fry until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
6. Bang Bang Sauce: Mix the mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, and sriracha until smooth. Adjust the amount of sriracha to your heat preference.

Bang Bang Shrimp FAQ

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Conclusion

Bang Bang Shrimp is a dish that combines crispy fried shrimp with a flavorful, spicy sauce. It’s easy to make and sure to impress your family and friends. Whether you’re looking for a delicious appetizer or a main course, Bang Bang Shrimp is a fantastic choice. Enjoy the perfect balance of crispy texture and tangy heat with this delightful recipe.

Bang Bang Shrimp

Crispy and juicy shrimp with a spicy homemade bang bang sauce. Can be served as an appetizer or in tacos.

Author: Paula

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Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes minutes

marinating: 10 minutes minutes

Servings: 4 servings

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Ingredients

• 1 lb shrimp peeled and deveined, tail on or off (453 g)
• ½ cup (4.22 fluid oz | 125 ml) buttermilk
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• ¼ teaspoon sea salt
• ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
• ¾ cup (4.2 oz | 120 g) cornstarch
• Oil to fry

Bang Bang Sauce

• ½ cup (4 oz | 115 g) mayonnaise
• 3 tablespoon sweet chili sauce
• 1 tablespoon sriracha sauce

Serve plain with sauce or with

• Tortillas
• Vegetables of your choice
• Green onion to garnish
• Buttermilk Ranch sauce recipe here

Instructions

• Pat dry the shrimp and place them in a medium bowl. Pour the buttermilk into the bowl and stir gently. Set aside for 10 minutes
  1 lb shrimp, ½ cup (4.22 fluid oz | 125 ml) buttermilk
• In a shallow bowl, combine garlic powder, salt, pepper and cornstarch. Set aside.
  ¼ teaspoon sea salt, ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper, ¾ cup (4.2 oz | 120 g) cornstarch, 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• Heat about 2 cups of vegetable oil on high heat in a pot.
  Oil
• Remove shrimp one by one. Let the buttermilk drip off. Dip in the cornstarch and place in hot oil. Repeat the same with all shrimp.
• When the shrimp is nicely golden, remove and set on a plate with kitchen paper.

Bang Bang Sauce:

• Combine all ingredients in a bowl. Drizzle half on the shrimp and toss gently to coat.
  ½ cup (4 oz | 115 g) mayonnaise, 3 tablespoon sweet chili sauce, 1 tablespoon sriracha sauce
• Serve with the rest of the bang bang sauce or Buttermilk Ranch
  Tortillas, Vegetables, Green onion, Buttermilk Ranch sauce

Nutrition

Calories: 242kcal | Carbohydrates: 53g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 6mg | Sodium: 627mg | Potassium: 71mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 55IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 38mg | Iron: 0.3mg

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