🍤🔥 Fried Bang Bang Shrimp

🍤🔥 Fried Bang Bang Shrimp

🍤🔥 Fried Bang Bang Shrimp

Crispy fried shrimp tossed in a creamy, sweet-and-spicy bang bang sauce.

These Fried Bang Bang Shrimp are crispy, golden, and coated in a creamy sauce with the perfect balance of sweet heat. Inspired by the popular restaurant favorite, this recipe gives you that same crunchy texture and bold flavor right at home.

Serve them as an appetizer, taco filling, or over rice for an easy crowd-pleasing dish.

⏱ Recipe Snapshot

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: ~20 minutes
Servings: 4

🛒 Ingredients

Shrimp

  • 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined

  • 1 cup buttermilk (or milk)

  • 1 cup cornstarch

  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs

  • Oil for frying

Seasoning

  • Cajun seasoning

  • Garlic powder

  • Paprika

  • Black pepper

Bang Bang Sauce

  • ½ cup mayonnaise

  • ¼ cup sweet chili sauce

  • 1–2 tbsp sriracha (adjust to heat preference)

  • 1 tbsp honey

Optional garnish:

  • Green onions

  • Parsley

  • Sesame seeds

👩🏽🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Prepare the Shrimp

Season shrimp lightly with Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, paprika, and black pepper.

Place shrimp in a bowl with buttermilk and let sit for 5 minutes.

2️⃣ Bread the Shrimp

In a separate bowl combine:

  • Cornstarch

  • Panko breadcrumbs

Remove shrimp from buttermilk and dredge in the breading mixture until fully coated.

3️⃣ Fry the Shrimp

Heat oil in a deep skillet to 350°F.

Fry shrimp in batches for 2–3 minutes, or until golden and crispy.

Remove and place on paper towels to drain.

4️⃣ Make the Bang Bang Sauce

In a bowl mix:

  • Mayonnaise

  • Sweet chili sauce

  • Sriracha

  • Honey

Whisk until smooth.

5️⃣ Toss the Shrimp

Add fried shrimp to a bowl and drizzle with bang bang sauce.

Toss gently until coated.

6️⃣ Serve

Garnish with green onions or parsley and serve immediately.

🍽 Serving Suggestions

Bang Bang Shrimp pairs well with:

  • White rice

  • Lettuce wraps

  • Tacos

  • Fries

  • Asian-style slaw

🔥 Flavor Tip

For extra crisp shrimp, let the breaded shrimp rest for 5 minutes before frying. This helps the coating stick better.

💛 Why You'll Love This Recipe

✔ Crispy restaurant-style shrimp
✔ Sweet and spicy sauce
✔ Quick 20-minute meal
✔ Perfect appetizer or dinner