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Best Ever Bang Bang Shrimp

Best Ever Bang Bang Shrimp That Will Wow Your Taste Buds

Discover the Best Ever Bang Bang Shrimp, a recipe with crunchy, spicy flavors that's perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: APPETIZERS
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup flour substitute with cornstarch for gluten-free
  • 1 cup seltzer water sparkling water works as a substitute
  • 1 large egg yolk use a flax egg for vegan
  • 1 pound shrimp peeled and deveined
  • to taste … salt
  • to taste … pepper
For the Bang Bang Sauce
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise Kewpie mayo adds unique flavor
  • 2-3 tablespoons sriracha adjust to spice preference
  • 1 tablespoon sambal oelek substitute with chili paste if needed
  • 1 tablespoon honey maple syrup is a vegan alternative
  • 1 tablespoon vinegar rice or white vinegar
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons chives substitute with green onions
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice fresh lime juice is also good

Equipment

  • deep pan or skillet
  • medium bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

How to Make Best Ever Bang Bang Shrimp
  1. Prepare the Batter: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, seltzer water, salt, and pepper until smooth. Add the egg yolk and blend until fully incorporated for a light, airy batter.
  2. Heat Oil: Preheat oil in a deep pan or skillet to 350°F (175°C).
  3. Batter the Shrimp: Carefully dip each shrimp into the batter, allowing excess to drip off.
  4. Fry Shrimp: Fry the battered shrimp in hot oil for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
  5. Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, sriracha, sambal oelek, vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper.
  6. Coat Shrimp: Toss the crispy shrimp in the bang bang sauce and serve on a platter garnished with chives and lemon juice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Store leftover shrimp in an airtight container for up to 1 day. For longer storage, freeze individually and store in a freezer bag for up to 3 months.

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