Easy 30-Min Bang Bang Shrimp

When you want a crispy and creamy weeknight dinner, this easy bang bang shrimp recipe delivers. It uses simple ingredients to toss crispy fried shrimp in a sweet, spicy mayo sauce. You can make this better-than-takeout meal in under 30 minutes or serve it as a party appetizer.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 6

Total Time 26

Course Appetizer, Side Dish

Cuisine Asian, South-East Asian

Servings

Calories per serving 356 kcal

Ingredients

1 lb Jumbo Shrimp raw, peeled, & deveined
1 cup buttermilk
¾ cup cornstarch
1 cup vegetable oil or any neutral oil
¾ teaspoon salt
¾ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 green onion finely chopped for garnish

Bang Bang Sauce:

½ cup Japanese mayonnaise or Hellmann's mayo
¼ cup sweet chili sauce
2 tablespoon sriracha or add more if you prefer it spicier

Instructions

In a medium bowl, combine the peeled and deveined shrimp with buttermilk. Let it sit for 10-15 minutes to help tenderize.
In a small bowl, whisk the listed sauce ingredients until combined and set aside.
In a shallow bowl, whisk together the cornstarch, salt, garlic powder, and black pepper. Coat the shrimp evenly on both sides with the mixture.
Heat vegetable oil in a 10-inch heavy-bottomed pan over medium heat to 350ºF. Fry shrimp in small batches for 1.5 minutes per side until golden and crispy, avoiding overcrowding so they fry instead of steaming.
Transfer the fried shrimp to a wire rack or paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
Place the shrimp in a large mixing bowl and pour the prepared sauce over. Gently toss to coat. Garnish with green onions and serve immediately while crispy.

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