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Quick & Easy Bang Bang Shrimp

A sensational dish featuring crispy, tender shrimp enveloped in a creamy, tangy sauce, perfect for busy weeknights or as a crowd-pleasing appetizer.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb Jumbo Shrimp Peeled and deveined
  • 1 cup buttermilk Alternatively, use whole milk mixed with lemon juice
  • 3/4 cup cornstarch Can substitute with potato starch or tapioca starch
  • 1 cup vegetable oil Any neutral oil works for frying
  • 3/4 tsp salt Enhances flavor
  • 3/4 tsp garlic powder Adds depth
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper Gives a subtle kick
  • 1 piece green onion Finely chopped for garnish
  • 1/2 cup Japanese mayonnaise Regular mayo can be used if preferred
  • 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce Provides sweetness and flavor balance
  • 2 tbsp sriracha Adjust according to spice preference

Method
 

  1. In a medium bowl, combine shrimp with buttermilk and soak for about 10 minutes.
  2. In a separate bowl, mix Japanese mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, and sriracha for the bang bang sauce.
  3. Whisk together cornstarch, salt, garlic powder, and black pepper in a shallow bowl.
  4. Dredge shrimp in the cornstarch mixture, ensuring both sides are coated.
  5. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat and fry shrimp until golden brown, about 1.5 minutes per side.
  6. Place cooked shrimp on a wire rack or paper towel-lined plate, drizzle with bang bang sauce, toss to coat, and garnish with green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15g

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