Crispy Bang Bang Shrimp (Print Format)
Crunchy shrimp coated in panko crumbs and tossed in a zesty Bang Bang sauce with a hint of heat.
# Ingredients:
→ Shrimp and Marinade
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1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
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1 cup buttermilk
→ Breading
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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1 tsp paprika
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1 tsp garlic powder
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1 tsp onion powder
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½ tsp salt
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¼ tsp black pepper
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½ cup panko breadcrumbs
→ Frying
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Vegetable oil for frying (about 1 inch in skillet)
→ Bang Bang Sauce
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½ cup mayonnaise
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¼ cup sweet chili sauce
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1 tbsp sriracha (adjust to taste)
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1 tsp lime juice
# Steps:
01 -
In a large bowl, combine mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, and lime juice. Whisk until smooth and set aside.
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Place shrimp in a separate bowl and pour buttermilk over them. Let marinate for 15 minutes.
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In a shallow dish, whisk together flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
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Remove shrimp from buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off. Dredge each shrimp in the flour mixture, dip back into buttermilk, then coat thoroughly with panko breadcrumbs.
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Heat vegetable oil in a skillet to about 1 inch depth over medium-high heat. Fry shrimp in batches for 2–3 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.
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Drizzle shrimp with Bang Bang sauce or toss shrimp in the sauce for full coating prior to plating.
# Tips:
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For extra crunch, add crushed cornflakes to the panko breadcrumb mixture.
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Chicken tenders can substitute shrimp for a variation.
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Adjust the sriracha quantity to modify the heat level of the sauce.