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Bang Bang Shrimp Recipe

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This Bang Bang Shrimp recipe features crispy, golden-fried shrimp coated in a flavorful, spicy, and creamy sauce combining mayonnaise, Thai sweet chili sauce, and chili garlic sauce. Perfect as an appetizer or a flavorful main dish, these shrimp are double breaded for extra crunch and served with a zesty dipping sauce.

Ingredients

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Sauce

  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup Thai sweet chili sauce
  • 1 tablespoon chili garlic sauce

Breading & Shrimp

  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • 1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • Vegetable oil for frying (about 2 inches deep)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the sauce: In a small mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Thai sweet chili sauce, and chili garlic sauce until smooth. Set aside.
  2. Make the wet mixture: In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the beaten egg and buttermilk until fully combined.
  3. Mix the breading: In another bowl, combine flour, panko breadcrumbs, salt, black pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, and paprika. Whisk well to evenly distribute the seasonings.
  4. Bread the shrimp: Dip each shrimp first into the flour mixture, then into the egg and buttermilk mixture, and finally back into the flour mixture, ensuring each shrimp is fully coated. Repeat this process for all shrimp.
  5. Chill the shrimp: Place the coated shrimp on a plate and refrigerate for 20 to 30 minutes. This helps the breading adhere better during frying.
  6. Heat the oil: In a deep-sided skillet, pour vegetable oil to a depth of about 2 inches. Heat over medium heat until the oil reaches 350°F (175°C).
  7. Fry the shrimp: Carefully place the shrimp into the hot oil in batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry for about 3 minutes total, turning halfway through, until golden brown and crisp. Remove shrimp with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
  8. Coat the shrimp with sauce: Once all shrimp are cooked, place them in a large bowl. Spoon about ¼ cup of the prepared sauce over the shrimp and toss gently to coat evenly. Serve the remaining sauce on the side for dipping.

Notes

  • Make sure the oil temperature is maintained at 350°F for crispy shrimp.
  • Do not overcrowd the pan to ensure even frying.
  • Chilling the shrimp before frying helps the breading stick better and results in a crispier texture.
  • You can adjust the amount of chili garlic sauce to make the sauce more or less spicy according to your taste.
  • Use peeled and deveined medium shrimp for best results.
  • Serve immediately for the best texture, as fried shrimp tend to soften over time.

Keywords: Bang Bang Shrimp, fried shrimp, spicy shrimp appetizer, crispy shrimp, Thai sweet chili shrimp

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