The OG Crispy Bang Bang Shrimp

Sweet, spicy, ultra-crispy shrimp tossed in a creamy Bang Bang sauce—just like the classic restaurant favorite.

 Ingredients

Shrimp

• 1 lb (450 g) raw shrimp, peeled & deveined
• ½ cup buttermilk (or milk + 1 tsp vinegar)
• ¾ cup cornstarch
• ¼ cup all-purpose flour
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• ½ tsp paprika
• ¼ tsp garlic powder
• Oil for frying (vegetable or canola)

Bang Bang Sauce

• ½ cup mayonnaise
• ¼ cup sweet chili sauce
• 1–2 tbsp sriracha (to taste)
• 1 tsp honey or sugar (optional)

Garnish (optional)

• Chopped green onions
• Sesame seeds

 Instructions

1️⃣ Prep Shrimp

• Pat shrimp dry.
• Soak in buttermilk for 10 minutes (helps coating stick).

2️⃣ Coating

• In a bowl, mix cornstarch, flour, salt, pepper, paprika & garlic powder.
• Toss shrimp until fully coated.

3️⃣ Fry

• Heat oil to 350°F / 175°C.
• Fry shrimp in batches 2–3 minutes, until golden and crispy.
• Drain on paper towels.

4️⃣ Sauce

• Whisk mayo, sweet chili sauce, sriracha & honey until smooth.

5️⃣ Toss & Serve

• Gently toss hot shrimp in sauce or drizzle on top for extra crispiness.
• Garnish and serve immediately.

 Serving Ideas

• Appetizer with toothpicks
• Shrimp tacos or sliders
• Over rice or in a lettuce wrap

 Nutrition Info (Approx. per serving)

• Calories: 420
• Protein: 24 g
• Fat: 28 g
• Carbs: 22 g
• Fiber: 1 g

(Values vary by oil & sauce amount)

 Q & A

Q: Can I air fry it?
A: Yes! Spray coated shrimp with oil. Air fry at 400°F (205°C) for 8–10 min, flipping once.

Q: Can I bake it?
A: Bake at 425°F / 220°C for 12–15 min, flipping halfway. Less crispy but still tasty.

Q: Can I make it gluten-free?
A: Yes—use all cornstarch or GF flour.

Q: Too spicy?
A: Reduce sriracha or replace with ketchup for mild heat.

Q: Can I make the sauce ahead?
A: Absolutely—store refrigerated up to 5 days.

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Sara Mitchell

Sara Mitchell is an expert restaurant content creator who writes easy-to-read guides about CAVA and other Mediterranean fast-casual chains in the United States. She covers locations, menus, prices, and hours, making it simple for visitors to find nearby restaurants and what to order quickly.

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