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Creamy Bang Bang Shrimp

Crispy fried shrimp tossed in a sweet-spicy creamy sauce, perfect for snacks or appetizers.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American, Seafood
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
  • 1–2 tbsp Sriracha Adjust to heat preference
  • 1 tbsp honey or sugar
  • 1 tsp rice vinegar or lime juice
For the Shrimp
  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled & deveined
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • Salt & pepper to taste
  • Vegetable oil, for frying
  • 2 tbsp chopped parsley or green onions (for garnish)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a small bowl, mix together mayo, chili sauce, Sriracha, honey, and vinegar until smooth.
  2. Toss shrimp in buttermilk, then dredge in a mix of cornstarch, flour, salt, and pepper.
Cooking
  1. Heat oil in a skillet to 350°F (175°C). Fry shrimp in batches for 2–3 minutes until golden and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
  2. While the shrimp are hot, toss them in the bang bang sauce until well coated.
Serving
  1. Plate it up, sprinkle with chopped parsley or green onion, and dig in!

Notes

Cool shrimp to room temp before storing in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. To reheat, warm in an oven or air fryer at 350°F (175°C) for a few minutes to crisp them up.