Description
This Bang Bang Shrimp recipe features crispy, golden shrimp coated in a flavorful batter and crispy panko breadcrumbs, then fried to perfection. The shrimp are tossed in a creamy, spicy, and sweet sauce made with mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, hot sauce, and honey, delivering a perfect balance of heat and sweetness. Perfect as an appetizer or a casual meal, this dish is quick to prepare and absolutely delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
For Shrimp:
- 1 pound large or jumbo shrimp, 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 Sauce:
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce (Frank’s brand recommended)
- ½ tablespoon hot sauce (Frank’s brand recommended)
- 1 tablespoon honey
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the sauce: In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, hot sauce, and honey. Stir well until smooth and refrigerate until ready to serve to let flavors meld.
- Make the batter: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Add the hot sauce, egg, and buttermilk, whisking until you have a smooth batter without lumps.
- Coat the shrimp: Add the cleaned shrimp to the batter and toss gently to ensure each piece is evenly coated. Set aside to let the batter adhere to the shrimp.
- Prepare the breading: Pour about one cup of Panko breadcrumbs into a separate shallow bowl or plate for coating the shrimp.
- Bread the shrimp: Take each battered shrimp and coat it thoroughly in the Panko breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere. Add more breadcrumbs as needed to ensure a crispy crust.
- Fry the shrimp: Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until hot but not smoking. Fry the shrimp in batches to avoid overcrowding, cooking each side for about 2 minutes or until they turn a light golden brown and are cooked through. Use a slotted spoon to transfer shrimp to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any excess oil.
- Serve: Drizzle the fried shrimp generously with the prepared bang bang sauce and serve immediately for the best crispy texture and flavor.
Notes
- Ensure the oil is hot enough before frying to achieve a crispy crust.
- Do not overcrowd the pan when frying to maintain oil temperature and even cooking.
- For extra heat, adjust the amount of hot sauce in the batter and the sauce to your preference.
- You can make the sauce a day ahead to enhance the flavors.
- Use fresh shrimp for the best flavor and texture.
Keywords: Bang Bang Shrimp, Fried Shrimp, Crispy Shrimp, Spicy Shrimp, Appetizer, Seafood Recipe