Description
This Bonefish Grill Bang Bang Shrimp recipe features crispy fried shrimp coated in a creamy, sweet, and spicy sauce made with mayonnaise, Thai sweet chili sauce, and Sriracha. Perfect as an appetizer or snack, these shrimp offer a flavorful combination of textures and tastes that will delight your palate.
Ingredients
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Sauce
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup Thai sweet chili sauce
- 1/4 teaspoon Sriracha
Shrimp
- 1 pound raw shrimp, shelled and deveined
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 3/4 cup cornstarch
- Vegetable oil, for frying
Instructions
- Prepare the sauce: In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, Thai sweet chili sauce, and Sriracha. Stir well until smooth and set aside.
- Marinate the shrimp: Place the shelled and deveined shrimp into a second bowl and pour the buttermilk over them. Stir to coat all the shrimp evenly and let them soak for several minutes to tenderize and flavor.
- Coat the shrimp: Remove the shrimp from the buttermilk, allowing any excess liquid to drain off. Dredge each shrimp thoroughly in cornstarch to create a crispy coating when fried.
- Heat the oil: Pour 2 to 3 inches of vegetable oil into a heavy-bottomed pan and heat it to 375 degrees Fahrenheit to ensure proper frying temperature.
- Fry the shrimp: Carefully add the coated shrimp to the hot oil and fry for 1 to 2 minutes on each side until they turn lightly golden brown. Avoid overcrowding the pan and rest fried shrimp on a wire rack between batches to maintain crispiness.
- Toss and serve: Once all the shrimp are fried, toss them in the prepared sauce until evenly coated. Serve immediately for the best taste and texture.
Notes
- Ensure the oil temperature remains at 375 degrees for crispy shrimp without greasiness.
- Use a wire rack instead of paper towels to drain fried shrimp to avoid sogginess.
- Adjust the Sriracha quantity to control the spiciness of the sauce.
- You can substitute buttermilk with milk mixed with a teaspoon of lemon juice or vinegar if needed.
- This recipe is best served fresh to maintain the shrimp's crunchiness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 130 mg
