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Bang Bang Shrimp Recipe

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This Bang Bang Shrimp recipe features crispy, lightly battered fried shrimp tossed in a creamy, spicy, and sweet sauce. Perfect as an appetizer or a flavorful snack, this dish combines crunchy Panko-coated shrimp with a tangy mayo-based sauce balanced by hot sauce and honey for the perfect bang of flavor.

Ingredients

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For the Shrimp:

  • 1 pound shrimp (large or jumbo, cleaned and deveined)
  • ¾ cup buttermilk
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup cornstarch
  • 1 egg
  • ½ tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ tablespoon hot sauce
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
  • Oil for frying (vegetable or canola oil recommended)

For the Sauce:

  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce (e.g., Frank’s)
  • ½ tablespoon hot sauce (e.g., Frank’s hot sauce)
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, hot sauce, and honey. Mix thoroughly until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve to allow flavors to meld.
  2. Make the Batter: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Add the egg, hot sauce, and buttermilk, whisking until you achieve a smooth batter with no lumps.
  3. Coat the Shrimp in Batter: Add the cleaned shrimp to the batter and toss gently until each piece is fully coated. Let it sit briefly to ensure the batter adheres well.
  4. Prepare the Breadcrumbs: Pour Panko breadcrumbs into a separate shallow bowl for coating the shrimp after battering.
  5. Breadcrumb the Shrimp: Take each battered shrimp and coat it thoroughly with the Panko breadcrumbs, pressing lightly to ensure the breadcrumbs stick. Add more breadcrumbs as needed to cover all shrimp.
  6. Fry the Shrimp: Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until hot but not smoking (about 350°F or 175°C). Fry the shrimp in batches for about 2 minutes per side or until golden brown and crispy. Avoid overcrowding the pan to maintain oil temperature and crispiness.
  7. Drain Excess Oil: Transfer the fried shrimp to a plate lined with paper towels and gently pat to remove any excess oil.
  8. Serve: Drizzle the prepared sauce over the shrimp or toss shrimp in the sauce. Serve immediately while hot and crispy for best texture and flavor.

Notes

  • Make sure the oil is hot enough before frying to ensure a crispy coating and prevent sogginess.
  • Cooking shrimp in batches prevents overcrowding and helps maintain consistent temperature for even frying.
  • The buttermilk batter helps tenderize the shrimp and adds flavor while allowing the coating to stick well.
  • Use fresh or properly thawed shrimp for the best texture—avoid overcooking shrimp as they can become tough and rubbery.
  • Adjust the hot sauce quantities in the batter and sauce to your preferred spice level.
  • This recipe can be doubled easily for larger gatherings.
  • For a gluten-free option, substitute all-purpose flour and Panko breadcrumbs with gluten-free versions.

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