Bang Bang Shrimp Copycat
This Homemade Bang Bang Shrimp recipe brings the iconic restaurant flavors right to your kitchen. Crispy shrimp tossed in a tangy, slightly spicy sauce make this dish a crowd-pleaser, perfect for appetizers or as a main course. Serve with fresh garnish for a delightful texture contrast.
Servings: 6
Calories: 409kcal
Ingredients
For the Shrimp
- 1.5 pounds large shrimp peeled and deveined
- 2 cups flour
- 1 cup milk optional
- Vegetable oil for frying
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Bang Bang Sauce
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup sweet chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sriracha sauce adjust for spice level
- 1 teaspoon sugar
For Garnish
- Sliced green onions
- Diced tomatoes
Instructions
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan, skillet, or deep fryer over medium-high heat.
- Rinse the shrimp under cool water and pat dry. Season with salt and pepper.
- Combine the cornstarch and flour. Dredge the shrimp in the cornstarch mixture, ensuring they are evenly coated.
- Fry the coated shrimp in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels to allow the excess oil to drain. Be sure to arrange the shrimp in a single layer.
- Prepare the Garnish:
- While the shrimp cooks, dice the tomatoes and slice the green onions.
- Make the Bang Bang Sauce:
- Whisk together the mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, rice vinegar, sriracha sauce, and sugar in a bowl. Taste and adjust the spice level with additional sriracha if desired. Set aside.
- Combine and Serve:
- In a large bowl, drizzle the crispy shrimp with the prepared Bang Bang Sauce and toss to coat evenly.
- Garnish with sliced green onions and diced tomatoes.
Notes
The nutrition information is a rough calculation and excludes the oil.
Nutrition
Calories: 409kcal | Carbohydrates: 41g | Protein: 21g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 9g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.04g | Cholesterol: 156mg | Sodium: 901mg | Potassium: 238mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 283IU | Vitamin C: 0.5mg | Calcium: 119mg | Iron: 2mg
