Description
Bang Bang Shrimp is a mouthwatering seafood dish that perfectly balances the crunch of crispy shrimp with a creamy, spicy sauce. This easy recipe brings the restaurant favorite right to your kitchen, making it an ideal choice for entertaining guests or enjoying a comforting meal at home. The dish is versatile, allowing you to serve it as an appetizer, in tacos, or over rice for a full meal. With just a handful of ingredients and straightforward steps, you can create a plate of Bang Bang Shrimp that’s bursting with bold flavors and satisfying textures. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this delicious seafood delight that’s sure to become a staple in your cooking repertoire.
Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 3 tbsp sriracha sauce (adjust to taste)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Rinse shrimp under cold water and pat dry.
- Set up a breading station: place panko in one bowl and whisk the egg in another.
- Dip each shrimp into the egg, then coat thoroughly with panko breadcrumbs.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Fry shrimp in batches for about 2 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
- For the sauce, mix mayonnaise, sriracha, and lemon juice until smooth; adjust seasoning as desired.
- Toss cooked shrimp in the sauce until evenly coated before serving.
Notes
For extra crispiness, double-coat the shrimp by repeating the egg and breadcrumb steps.
Customize the heat level by adjusting the amount of sriracha or adding chili flakes to the sauce.
Pair with steamed rice or fresh salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 oz (113g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
Keywords: - For extra crispiness, double-coat the shrimp by repeating the egg and breadcrumb steps.- Customize the heat level by adjusting the amount of sriracha or adding chili flakes to the sauce.- Pair with steamed rice or fresh salad for a complete meal.