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Bang Bang Shrimp

Crispy Bang Bang Shrimp: Effortless Restaurant-Style Delight

Enjoy Bang Bang Shrimp, a crispy and creamy dish perfect for appetizers, quick to make in 25 minutes!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound Large Shrimp (U31-40) Essential building block; choose for perfect bite-size nuggets.
  • 0.5 cup Buttermilk Acts as a tenderizer; milk with lemon juice works if needed.
For the Seasoning
  • 0.25 teaspoon Salt Enhances natural flavors of shrimp.
  • 0.25 teaspoon Garlic Powder Adds savory depth to the dish.
  • 0.25 teaspoon Onion Powder Complements garlic and enhances flavor.
  • 0.25 teaspoon Black Pepper Offers mild heat to the dish.
For the Coating
  • 0.75 cup Cornstarch Creates crispy texture.
For the Bang Bang Sauce
  • 0.25 cup High-Quality Mayonnaise Provides richness; Kewpie preferred.
  • 1.5 tablespoons Thai Sweet Chili Sauce Adds sweetness and slight heat.
  • 1-2 teaspoons Sriracha Hot Sauce Adjust for spice level.

Equipment

  • medium bowl
  • Shallow Dish
  • Heavy-bottomed pot
  • slotted spoon
  • Kitchen thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, combine shrimp, buttermilk, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper. Mix well and marinate for 10 minutes.
  2. Pour cornstarch into a shallow dish. Lift shrimp from the buttermilk, dredge in cornstarch, and set aside.
  3. Heat oil in a heavy-bottomed pot to 350°F (175°C).
  4. Fry shrimp in batches for about 2 minutes until golden brown. Remove with a slotted spoon and rest on paper towels.
  5. In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, Thai sweet chili sauce, and Sriracha until smooth.
  6. Toss fried shrimp in Bang Bang sauce and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Enjoy crispy texture and avoid overcrowding the pot while frying. Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.

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