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Bang Bang Shrimp Recipe

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Bang Bang Shrimp is a crispy, flavorful appetizer featuring perfectly fried shrimp tossed in a spicy, sweet, and tangy homemade bang bang sauce. This dish combines the crunch of cornstarch-fried shrimp with a creamy sauce made of mayonnaise, honey, sweet chili sauce, and sriracha, delivering a delectable balance of heat and sweetness that’s perfect as a starter or snack.

Ingredients

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Shrimp and Coating

  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled, deveined, tails removed
  • Salt and pepper, for seasoning
  • 3/4 cup whole milk
  • 1 large egg
  • 3/4 cup cornstarch
  • Oil for frying (enough to fill a pot about 5 inches deep)

Bang Bang Sauce

  • 1/3 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 3 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha sauce
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Optional Garnish

  • Chopped green onions
  • Sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Bang Bang Sauce: In a medium bowl, combine 1/3 cup mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons honey, 3 tablespoons sweet chili sauce, 1 tablespoon sriracha sauce, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Whisk thoroughly until the sauce is smooth and set aside.
  2. Whisk Milk and Egg: In a large bowl, whisk together 3/4 cup whole milk and 1 large egg until fully blended to create the dredging liquid for the shrimp.
  3. Season and Coat Shrimp: Season the peeled and deveined shrimp with salt and pepper. Add the shrimp to the milk and egg mixture and toss to coat all shrimp evenly.
  4. Heat Oil for Frying: Pour enough oil into a heavy-bottomed deep pot to reach about 5 inches deep. Heat the oil to 375°F (190°C) to ensure perfect frying temperature.
  5. Coat Shrimp in Cornstarch and Fry: Place 3/4 cup cornstarch in a shallow bowl. Using tongs, remove one shrimp from the milk mixture, allow excess liquid to drip off, then coat the shrimp in the cornstarch thoroughly. Carefully place shrimp into the hot oil. Fry shrimp in batches for 2-3 minutes or until they are golden brown and cooked through. Use a slotted spoon to remove shrimp and drain on paper towels. Repeat with remaining shrimp.
  6. Toss Shrimp with Sauce and Garnish: Transfer the fried shrimp to a large bowl. Pour the prepared bang bang sauce over the shrimp and toss gently but thoroughly to coat each piece. Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds if desired, then serve immediately and enjoy.

Notes

  • Maintain oil temperature around 375°F for crispy shrimp that are cooked through without absorbing excess oil.
  • Work in small batches when frying to prevent overcrowding, which lowers oil temperature and results in soggy shrimp.
  • For a spicier kick, increase the amount of sriracha or add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the sauce.
  • Leftover bang bang sauce can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Consider serving with steamed rice or as a topping for salads and tacos for meal variations.

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