Bang Bang Shrimp Recipe

Juicy shrimp in a silky, sweet-spicy sauce that comes together in just 30 minutes—fast, flavorful, and downright addictive.

Prep Time20

Cook Time10

Total Time30

Course: Appetizer, Main Course

Cuisine: American, Asian

Keyword: Asian shrimp recipe, Bang Bang Shrimp, Creamy shrimp pasta, shrimp appetizer, spicy shrimp

Servings: servings

In a medium bowl, combine peeled and deveined shrimp with buttermilk. Let sit for 10 minutes to tenderise.
In a separate bowl, combine mayonnaise, Thai sweet chili sauce, sriracha, ginger paste, parsley, sesame oil, garlic, and soy sauce. Mix well and set aside.
In another bowl, whisk together cornstarch, breadcrumbs, salt, Cajun spice, and black pepper. Dredge the shrimp in this mixture, coating both sides evenly.
In a large skillet (10-inch), heat oil over medium heat to 350°F (≈ 175°C). Fry shrimp in batches for about 3 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy. Avoid overcrowding the pan and don’t overcook
Transfer cooked shrimp to a wire rack or paper towel-lined plate to remove excess oil.
Place the shrimp in a large bowl. Pour the Bang Bang sauce over and gently toss to coat. Garnish with chopped green onion and serve!

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For the crispiest coating, let the dredged shrimp rest on a rack for 5 minutes before frying.
Don’t overcrowd the pan—fry in batches so the oil temperature stays consistent.
Adjust sriracha to taste for a milder or spicier sauce.
If using frozen shrimp, thaw completely and pat dry to avoid soggy coating.
The sauce can be made a day ahead and stored in the fridge; toss with shrimp just before serving.