Description
Crispy, golden shrimp coated in a creamy, spicy-sweet sauce—this Bang Bang Shrimp recipe is quick, easy, and perfect for dinner or parties. Learn how to make this restaurant-favorite dish at home with simple ingredients and step-by-step instructions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- ½ cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free alternative)
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- ½ cup mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt for a lighter option)
- 2 tbsp sriracha (adjust to taste)
- 1 tbsp honey (or agave syrup)
- 1 tsp lime juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Vegetable oil, for frying (or baking spray for a healthier version)
- Chopped green onions and lime wedges, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Shrimp: Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and season lightly with salt and pepper. Set up a breading station with three bowls: flour, beaten eggs, and panko breadcrumbs. Coat each shrimp in flour, dip in egg wash, then coat with breadcrumbs.
- Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sriracha, honey, lime juice, and minced garlic. Taste and adjust sweetness or spiciness as needed. Set aside.
- Cook the Shrimp: Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat (about ½ inch deep). Fry the breaded shrimp in batches for 2-3 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through. Alternatively, bake at 400°F (200°C) for 10-12 minutes on a baking sheet sprayed with cooking spray.
- Assemble the Dish: Toss the cooked shrimp in the creamy sauce until evenly coated. Garnish with chopped green onions and serve with lime wedges on the side.
Notes
- For a healthier version, bake the shrimp instead of frying.
- Adjust the sriracha and honey levels to suit your spice and sweetness preferences.
- Serve with steamed veggies, salads, or quinoa for a balanced meal.
- Prep Time: 15min
- Cook Time: 10min
- Category: Appetizer / Main Dish
- Method: Frying (or Baking)
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6-8 shrimp per serving
- Calories: 300-350 kcal
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
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