Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of Crispy Bang Bang Shrimp, a dish that seamlessly combines crunchy texture with a sweet and spicy sauce. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for any occasion, from lively gatherings to cozy nights in. With just 12 minutes of preparation and cooking time, you can impress your family and friends with this flavorful seafood treat. Whether served as an appetizer or over a bed of rice, each crispy bite offers an unforgettable taste sensation that will leave everyone wanting more.
Ingredients
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- 1 pound shrimp (peeled, deveined, tail removed)
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup Thai sweet chili sauce
- ½ teaspoon Sriracha (adjust to taste)
- 1 tablespoon honey
- ½ cup buttermilk
- 1 cup cornstarch
- Canola oil (for frying)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, Thai sweet chili sauce, Sriracha, and honey until smooth. Set aside.
- In another bowl, coat the shrimp with buttermilk.
- In a separate bowl, add cornstarch for coating.
- Heat about 1 inch of canola oil in a heavy-bottom pot until it reaches 375°F.
- Remove shrimp from buttermilk, coat in cornstarch, and fry in batches for 1-2 minutes until golden brown.
- Coat the fried shrimp with the prepared sauce and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 shrimp (120g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 150mg