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Bang Bang Shrimp

Crispy fried shrimp tossed in a creamy, sweet-spicy sauce — a popular copycat appetizer ready in 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Main Course, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 340
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 1/2 cup flour
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • oil for frying
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
  • 1 tbsp sriracha
  • 1 tbsp honey

Equipment

  • 1 Large pot or deep fryer
  • 1 Mixing bowls

Method
 

  1. Step 1: Marinate shrimp in buttermilk for 15 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Mix cornstarch, flour, salt, and pepper.
  3. Step 3: Dredge shrimp in the flour mixture.
  4. Step 4: Fry at 350°F (175°C) for 2 to 3 minutes, until golden.
  5. Tip: Don't overcrowd the pan so the shrimp crisps evenly.
  6. Step 5: Whisk mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, and honey for the sauce.
  7. Step 6: Toss the shrimp in the sauce and serve immediately.

Notes

Toss the shrimp in the sauce right before serving to keep the crispy coating from softening.