Bang Bang Shrimp Recipe

Name: Bang Bang Shrimp
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb shrimp (peeled); 1 teaspoon salt; 1 cup buttermilk; 1 cup cornstarch; 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs; 2 nice lettuce leaves (whole); 1 scallion (chopped); Sauce; 1/2 cup mayonnaise; 1/2 cup Thai sweet chili sauce; 1 teaspoon sriracha hot chili sauce; 1/2 - 1 teaspoon chili-garlic sauce (be careful it's hot!)

Servings: persons

1 lb shrimp (peeled)
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup buttermilk
1 cup cornstarch
1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
2 nice lettuce leaves (whole)
1 scallion (chopped)
Sauce
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup Thai sweet chili sauce
1 teaspoon sriracha hot chili sauce
1/2 - 1 teaspoon chili-garlic sauce (be careful it's hot!)

1
Make sauce ahead of time (up to 1 day ahead) to allow flavors to blend and cool the heat of the spice.
2
Peel shrimp and put them in a bowl with 1 tsp salt and mix well. Let sit for 10-15 minutes.
3
Preheat deep fryer or oil in pan to 350 degrees.
4
Pour buttermilk over shrimp and mix thouroughly.
5
Drain shrimp in colander.
6
Put shrimp on a cookie sheet or something with sides so excess buttermilk doesn't drain all over the place.
7
Mix cornstarch and panko bread crumbs.
8
Sprinkle half of the panko/cornstarch mixture over the shrimp.
9
Flip shrimp over and sprinkle remaining mixture over shrimp.
10
***Make sure they're lightly breaded - that's the key.***.
11
Fry shrimp until golden brown. The panko will get darker than the rest.
12
After frying and draining, place shrimp on lettuce leaves.
13
Drizzle sauce over the shrimp (as little or as much as you want).
14
Sprinkle with scallions.
15
Serve & enjoy.

916

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Fat

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Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb shrimp (peeled), 1 teaspoon salt, 1 cup buttermilk, 1 cup cornstarch, and more.

Yes, Bang Bang Shrimp falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Bang Bang Shrimp

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Variations & substitutions

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