Bang Bang Shrimp
Bang Bang Shrimp is a delightful, crispy appetizer that combines succulent shrimp with a homemade sweet and spicy sauce. This dish is perfect for gatherings, game day snacks, or as a crowd-pleaser at any dinner party. In just 12 minutes, you can whip up this flavorful treat that packs a punch with its unique blend of textures and tastes. The creamy sauce, enhanced with Thai sweet chili and Sriracha, perfectly complements the golden-brown shrimp, making it an irresistible addition to your culinary repertoire.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Total Time: 12 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
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- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup Thai sweet chili sauce
- ½ teaspoon Sriracha (adjust to taste)
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 pound shrimp (peeled, deveined)
- ½ cup buttermilk
- 1 cup cornstarch
- Canola oil (for frying)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix the mayonnaise, Thai sweet chili sauce, Sriracha, and honey until smooth; set aside.
- Coat the shrimp in buttermilk in another bowl.
- Pour cornstarch into a separate bowl for coating.
- Heat about 1 inch of canola oil in a heavy-bottom pot to 375°F.
- Fry shrimp in batches: remove from buttermilk, coat in cornstarch, and fry for 1-2 minutes until golden brown.
- Coat fried shrimp with the prepared sauce immediately and serve hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 pieces (about 120g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Find it online: https://sweetdreamskitchen.com/bang-bang-shrimp/