Crispy, golden-brown Bang Bang Shrimp tossed in a creamy, sweet, spicy Bang Bang sauce makes for an easy restaurant-style appetizer or main dish you can make right at home.
This Bang Bang Shrimp recipe combines crispy fried shrimp with a creamy, sweet, tangy, and spicy sauce that coats every bite. The shrimp are seasoned with a flavorful blend of garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, chicken bouillon, salt, and black pepper before being coated in seasoned flour and fried until perfectly golden brown. They are then tossed in a homemade Bang Bang Sauce made with Japanese mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, Sriracha, and fresh lime juice.
Feeds 4 People
Prep time 20 minutes
Cook time 10-15 minutes
Why Bang Bang Shrimp Works
Crispy, Flavorful Shrimp: The seasoned flour coating gives the shrimp an incredible crispy exterior while adding layers of savory flavor. Garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and chicken bouillon work together to make sure the shrimp are flavorful even before the Bang Bang Sauce is added.
The Perfect Bang Bang Sauce: The combination of Japanese mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, Sriracha, and lime juice creates the ideal balance of creamy, sweet, spicy, and tangy flavors. The mayonnaise provides richness, while the sweet chili sauce adds sweetness and the Sriracha brings just enough heat.
Double the Flavor: These shrimp aren’t simply fried and covered in sauce. The seasoned flour creates a flavorful crust, while the Bang Bang Sauce adds another layer of bold flavor. Tossing the shrimp while they’re still hot also helps the sauce cling to the crispy coating.
Easy Restaurant-Style Recipe: Bang Bang Shrimp may look like something you’d order at a restaurant, but this recipe is incredibly simple to make at home.
Ingredients
Bang Bang Shrimp
- 1–2 pounds shrimp, deveined and tails removed
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1½ tablespoons garlic powder
- 1½ tablespoons onion powder
- 1½ tablespoons smoked paprika
- 1½ tablespoons chicken bouillon seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 egg
- Oil, for frying
- Sliced green onions, for garnish
- Black sesame seeds, for garnish
Note: I used smaller shrimp for this recipe, and my bag contained 2 pounds.
Bang Bang Sauce
- ½ cup Japanese mayonnaise, or regular mayonnaise
- ¼ cup sweet chili sauce
- 2 tablespoons Sriracha sauce
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
Prep
Prepare the Bang Bang Sauce: First, combine the Japanese mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, Sriracha sauce, and fresh lime juice in a bowl. Whisk everything together until the sauce is completely smooth and well combined. Then, set the sauce aside while you prepare the shrimp.
Prepare the Seasoned Flour: Next, add the flour to a large bowl and season it with the garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, chicken bouillon seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Thoroughly mix the flour and seasonings together, making sure everything is evenly distributed throughout the flour.
Coat the Shrimp in Egg: Meanwhile, crack the egg into a separate bowl and beat it until the yolk and white are fully combined. Add the shrimp to the beaten egg and toss them thoroughly. This will help the seasoned flour adhere to the shrimp.
Coat the Shrimp: Once the shrimp are coated in egg, transfer them into the seasoned flour. Toss and coat each shrimp thoroughly, making sure the seasoned flour covers the entire surface. Then, arrange the coated shrimp on a parchment-lined tray while you finish preparing the remaining shrimp.
Cooking Process
Heat the Oil: While the shrimp are being coated, heat your frying oil to 350–375°F (177–191°C). Maintaining the proper oil temperature is important because it allows the shrimp to become crispy and golden brown without becoming greasy.
Fry the Shrimp: Once the oil reaches temperature, carefully add the shrimp to the hot oil in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Fry the shrimp until they are crispy and beautifully golden brown. Once cooked, remove them from the oil and transfer them to a tray lined with paper towels so the excess oil can drain away. Immediately season the hot shrimp with a small pinch of salt.
Toss the Shrimp in Bang Bang Sauce: Next, place all of the fried shrimp into a large mixing bowl. Drizzle the Bang Bang Sauce over the shrimp, reserving some sauce for the final garnish. Alternatively, you can add the sauce to the bottom of the bowl before adding the shrimp. Then, gently toss everything together until each piece of crispy shrimp is evenly coated in the creamy Bang Bang Sauce.
Garnish and Serve: Finally, transfer the saucy shrimp to a serving bowl or platter and drizzle the remaining Bang Bang Sauce over the top. Garnish with sliced green onions and black sesame seeds for a fresh finish and a little extra texture. Serve immediately while the shrimp are hot and crispy, then plate up and enjoy!
Final Thoughts
This Bang Bang Shrimp recipe is one of those dishes that delivers big restaurant-style flavor without requiring a complicated cooking process. The crispy seasoned shrimp provide the perfect base for the creamy, sweet, spicy Bang Bang Sauce, while the green onions and black sesame seeds add a fresh finishing touch. Whether you’re making these shrimp for a party, game day, an appetizer, or an easy seafood dinner, they’re best served hot and immediately after tossing them in the sauce so you get that perfect combination of crispy shrimp and creamy Bang Bang flavor in every bite.
This Bang Bang Sauce also pairs great with Salmon Bites
If you are looking for another asian inspired recipe i recommend trying my Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice
Bang Bang Shrimp
This Bang Bang Shrimp recipe combines crispy fried shrimp with a creamy, sweet, tangy, and spicy sauce that coats every bite. The shrimp are seasoned with a flavorful blend of garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, chicken bouillon, salt, and black pepper before being coated in seasoned flour and fried until perfectly golden brown. They are then tossed in a homemade Bang Bang Sauce made with Japanese mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, Sriracha, and fresh lime juice. Finished with sliced green onions and black sesame seeds, this easy shrimp recipe delivers plenty of crunch and bold flavor in every bite.
Ingredients
- 1–2 pounds shrimp, deveined and tails removed
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1½ tablespoons garlic powder
- 1½ tablespoons onion powder
- 1½ tablespoons smoked paprika
- 1½ tablespoons chicken bouillon seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 egg
- Oil, for frying
- Sliced green onions, for garnish
- Black sesame seeds, for garnish
Bang Bang Sauce
- ½ cup Japanese mayonnaise, or regular mayonnaise
- ¼ cup sweet chili sauce
- 2 tablespoons Sriracha sauce
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
Instructions
Prepare the Bang Bang Sauce: First, combine the Japanese mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, Sriracha sauce, and fresh lime juice in a bowl. Whisk everything together until the sauce is completely smooth and well combined. Then, set the sauce aside while you prepare the shrimp. For even more flavor, allow the sauce to sit for a while before serving so the ingredients have time to come together.
Prepare the Seasoned Flour: Next, add the flour to a large bowl and season it with the garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, chicken bouillon seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Thoroughly mix the flour and seasonings together, making sure everything is evenly distributed throughout the flour.
Coat the Shrimp in Egg: Meanwhile, crack the egg into a separate bowl and beat it until the yolk and white are fully combined. Add the shrimp to the beaten egg and toss them thoroughly, making sure every shrimp is coated in the egg mixture. This will help the seasoned flour adhere to the shrimp.
Coat the Shrimp: Once the shrimp are coated in egg, transfer them into the seasoned flour. Toss and coat each shrimp thoroughly, making sure the seasoned flour covers the entire surface. Then, arrange the coated shrimp on a parchment-lined tray while you finish preparing the remaining shrimp.
Heat the Oil: While the shrimp are being coated, heat your frying oil to 350–375°F (177–191°C). Maintaining the proper oil temperature is important because it allows the shrimp to become crispy and golden brown without becoming greasy.
Fry the Shrimp: Once the oil reaches temperature, carefully add the shrimp to the hot oil in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Fry the shrimp until they are crispy and beautifully golden brown. Once cooked, remove them from the oil and transfer them to a tray lined with paper towels so the excess oil can drain away. Immediately season the hot shrimp with a small pinch of salt.
Toss the Shrimp in Bang Bang Sauce: Next, place all of the fried shrimp into a large mixing bowl. Drizzle the Bang Bang Sauce over the shrimp, reserving some sauce for the final garnish. Alternatively, you can add the sauce to the bottom of the bowl before adding the shrimp. Then, gently toss everything together until each piece of crispy shrimp is evenly coated in the creamy Bang Bang Sauce.
Garnish and Serve: Finally, transfer the saucy shrimp to a serving bowl or platter and drizzle the remaining Bang Bang Sauce over the top. Garnish with sliced green onions and black sesame seeds for a fresh finish and a little extra texture. Serve immediately while the shrimp are hot and crispy, then plate up and enjoy!
Notes
Note: I used smaller shrimp for this recipe, and my bag contained 2 pounds.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 4 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 520Sodium: 880mgFiber: 1gProtein: 28g