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bang bang shrimp tossed in bang bang sauce in a bowl.
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Bang Bang Shrimp For One

Bang Bang Shrimp for One features tender, pan-seared shrimp coated in a creamy sauce that’s sweet, tangy, and mildly spicy, delivering big flavor without the breading or deep frying.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time5 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: asian food, bang bang sauce, bang bang shrimp, copycat recipe, rockfish, shrimp
Servings: 1 serving
Author: Joanie Zisk

Equipment

Ingredients

For the Bang Bang Sauce (yields about ½ cup)

  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons sriracha (use less if you'd like a more mildly spiced version)
  • 2 tablespoons Thai sweet chili sauce
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon paprika

For the Shrimp

  • 6-8 large shrimp -peeled and deveined
  • 1 teaspoon avocado oil -divided
  • ¼ teaspoon paprika
  • ⅛ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ⅛ teaspoon salt
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Instructions

  • Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, stir together mayonnaise, sriracha, sweet chili sauce, garlic powder, and paprika. Set aside.
  • In another bowl, toss shrimp with ½ teaspoon avocado oil, paprika, garlic powder, and salt.
  • Heat ½ teaspoon avocado oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and cook for 2–3 minutes per side, until pink and opaque.
  • Transfer shrimp to a bowl and toss with 1-2 tablespoons of the bang bang sauce.

Notes

  • Pat Dry: Remove excess moisture from the shrimp with paper towels so they sear instead of steam.
  • Watch the Time: Shrimp cook quickly, about 2 to 3 minutes per side. Remove them as soon as they turn pink and opaque.
  • Taste the Sauce: Adjust the sriracha to your preferred spice level before adding to the shrimp.
  • Use Fresh if Possible: Fresh shrimp have the best flavor, but thaw frozen shrimp fully before cooking.
  • Prep Ahead: The sauce can be made in advance and stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • Serve Right Away: Shrimp are best enjoyed immediately for the best taste and texture.
 
Tip: Use Leftover Sauce
This recipe makes about ½ cup of bang bang sauce. Try any extra as a dip for a small batch of chicken nuggets or a small batch of sweet potato wedges, a hamburger spread, or with a single serving of crab cakes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 273kcal | Carbohydrates: 0.5g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 13g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 84mg | Sodium: 809mg | Potassium: 54mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 0.4g | Vitamin A: 325IU | Vitamin C: 19mg | Calcium: 8mg | Iron: 0.3mg

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