Description
Crispy bang bang shrimp delivers a spicy-sweet explosion of flavor from Thailand’s culinary traditions. Quick and easy preparation makes this dish perfect for casual dinners or appetizer gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450g) shrimp, large, peeled and deveined
- 2 eggs, large, beaten
- ½ cup (120 ml/4 fl oz) mayonnaise
- ½ cup (65g) all-purpose flour
- ½ cup (65g) cornstarch
- ¼ cup (60 ml/2 fl oz) sweet chili sauce
- 2 tbsps green onions, thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp sriracha
- 1 tbsp honey or sugar
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Sauce Preparation: Whisk mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, and honey into a vibrant, creamy mixture. Adjust seasoning to taste and reserve.
- Shrimp Coating Process: Thoroughly dry shrimp and create a seasoned flour mixture combining flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Dip each shrimp in beaten eggs, then coat completely in the seasoned flour blend, ensuring even coverage.
- Frying Technique: Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet to 350F (175C). Carefully submerge coated shrimp in small batches, frying until they transform into a golden-brown, crispy exterior, approximately 2-3 minutes per side.
- Sauce Infusion: Transfer freshly fried shrimp to a large mixing bowl. Generously drizzle prepared Bang Bang sauce over the shrimp, gently tossing to ensure complete and luxurious coating.
- Garnishing and Serving: Plate the saucy shrimp on a serving platter. Enhance with a sprinkle of freshly chopped green onions and a delicate dusting of sesame seeds. Serve immediately while maintaining maximum crispiness and temperature.
Notes
- Optimize Moisture Control: Pat shrimp completely dry before coating to prevent sogginess and ensure maximum crispiness during frying.
- Manage Oil Temperature: Maintain consistent 350F oil heat for perfect golden-brown exterior without burning or undercooking shrimp.
- Balance Sauce Intensity: Adjust sriracha and chili sauce ratios to customize spice level, creating personalized heat profile for different taste preferences.
- Enhance Coating Technique: Double-dip shrimp in flour mixture after egg wash for extra-crispy, thick breading that locks in moisture and delivers satisfying crunch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 200 mg