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Copycat Bang Bang Shrimp

Copycat Bang Bang Shrimp: Crispy, Spicy, Homemade Bliss

Enjoy crispy, spicy Copycat Bang Bang Shrimp in under 30 minutes for a delicious homemade delight.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound medium shrimp fresh, peeled, and deveined
  • 1 cup buttermilk for marination
  • 1 cup cornstarch for coating
  • 2 inches sunflower oil for frying
For the Bang Bang Sauce
  • ½ cup mayonnaise can substitute with Greek yogurt
  • ¼ cup sweet chili sauce for sweetness
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha for heat, adjust to taste
  • to taste sea salt to enhance flavor

Equipment

  • Dutch oven
  • Medium bowl
  • Whisk
  • Kitchen thermometer
  • Slotted spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Copycat Bang Bang Shrimp
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, and sea salt. Cover and refrigerate.
  2. In a medium bowl, marinate shrimp in buttermilk for 10 minutes.
  3. Heat sunflower oil in a Dutch oven to 375°F.
  4. Dredge marinated shrimp in cornstarch, shaking off excess.
  5. Fry shrimp in batches for 2-3 minutes until golden brown, then drain on paper towels.
  6. Toss fried shrimp in Bang Bang sauce before serving.
  7. Serve on a bed of lettuce, garnished with chopped green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 22gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 160mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh shrimp and maintain oil temperature while frying. Adjust sauce ingredients to taste for desired spiciness.

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