bang bang shrimp
Bang Bang Shrimp is a delicious, crispy shrimp dish tossed in a spicy, creamy sauce. Perfect as an appetizer or a main course, this dish is sure to impress with its blend of flavors and crunch.
Equipment
- 1 large bowl
- 1 whisk
- 1 deep frying pan or large skillet
- 1 slotted spoon
- 1 paper towels
- 1 baking sheet
- 1 mixing spoon
Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- to taste vegetable oil for frying
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon sriracha
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 2 pieces green onions, sliced for garnish
- optional sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, salt, pepper, and paprika. Mix well.
- In another bowl, pour in the buttermilk.
- Place the panko breadcrumbs in a third bowl.
- Dip each shrimp into the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
- Next, dip the floured shrimp into the buttermilk, allowing the excess to drip off.
- Finally, coat the shrimp with panko breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere.
- In a deep frying pan, heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil over medium heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- Carefully add the breaded shrimp in batches to the hot oil, frying for 2-3 minutes per side or until golden brown and crispy. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the shrimp to a paper towel-lined baking sheet to drain excess oil.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, and honey until smooth.
- Once all the shrimp are fried, toss them in the sauce until fully coated.
- Serve immediately, garnishing with sliced green onions and sesame seeds if desired.
Notes
For a spicier version, increase the amount of sriracha in the sauce.
You can also bake the shrimp for a healthier option. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C), and bake for 12-15 minutes or until crispy.
Serve with lime wedges on the side for an added zing.