Bang Bang Shrimp
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Bang Bang Shrimp
Description
The preparation begins by coating peeled and deveined medium shrimp in buttermilk, which helps the cornstarch-based coating adhere. A seasoned mixture of cornstarch, garlic powder, salt, and pepper forms the crispy crust after deep frying the shrimp at 375°F until golden—typically 3-4 minutes. Fried shrimp drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
A sauce made from mayonnaise and sweet chili sauce is mixed and then gently tossed with the shrimp, coating them evenly. Finally, the dish is garnished with sliced green onions to add a fresh, mild bite against the creamy and spicy shrimp.
The process requires maintaining proper oil temperature to avoid greasy or burnt shrimp and frying shrimp in small batches to ensure even cooking. Keeping the cornstarch mixture close to the oil facilitates a clean preparation.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Shrimp medium (31-40 count); deveined and peeled
- 1 1/2 cups buttermilk
- 2 cups cornstarch
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 6 cups vegetable oil
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
- 2 tablespoons green onion sliced
Instructions
- Place shrimp in a bowl.
- Add buttermilk to the bowl and toss the shrimp to coat them in buttermilk.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the cornstarch, garlic powder, salt and pepper.
- Heat vegetable oil to 375 degrees F.
- Remove each shrimp from the buttermilk bowl and dredge them in the cornstarch mixture making sure the shrimp are completely coated in the mixture.
- Fry the coated shrimp in the oil until golden brown (3-4 minutes).
- Place the fried shrimp on paper towels to drain.
- Make the sauce by mixing the mayonnaise with the hot chili sauce.
- Place the fried shrimp in a bowl and pour the sauce over the shrimp. Toss the shrimp gently until they are coated in the sauce.
- Serve the shrimp with sliced green onions on top.
Notes
- Keep the cornstarch mixture near the oil station to efficiently coat shrimp before frying.
- Use a thermometer to maintain oil temperature at 375°F to avoid greasy or burnt shrimp.
- Fry shrimp in batches of 6-8 for even cooking and to prevent sticking.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 630 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 630kcal | 32% |
| Carbohydrates | 48g | 16% |
| Protein | 34g | 68% |
| Fat | 32g | 49% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Cholesterol | 403mg | 134% |
| Sodium | 2361mg | 98% |
| Potassium | 215mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 9g | 18% |
| Vitamin A | 143IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 7mg | 8% |
| Calcium | 291mg | 29% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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