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A go-to appetizer for many, bang bang shrimp is irresistibly delicious. The pairing of crunchy shrimp and the signature creamy, spicy-sweet sauce is a combo made in appetizer heaven. No matter how many times we make it—as a snack, party appetizer, or weeknight dinner—it never gets old. Read on for all our tips and tricks to make your shrimp the best they can be:
Can I use regular bread crumbs instead of panko?
If the bread crumbs are homemade, then absolutely! Nothing beats fresh bread crumbs in our book. If we're talking store-bought, stick to panko. Normal bread crumbs are too fine and don't crisp up nearly as nicely as panko, so if you can, skip the stuff in the blue canister.
What kind of shrimp should I buy?
While the size of the shrimp is totally up to you, we'd recommend getting peeled and deveined shrimp to cut down on prep time. If you can get the tails removed too, that's great! If not, you can simply cut them or lightly pull them off.
Substitutions.
Not a mayo fan? If you'd like, you can substitute Greek yogurt for the mayo. Want to kick up the heat? Up the sriracha, or switch it out for one of your favorite hot sauces, like Cholula, Crystal, or Tapatio.
Serving ideas.
To make this into more of a filling meal, serve alongside steamed rice, pan-fried noodles, or our best-ever fried rice. If you’re serving this as an appetizer, pair with other fan-favorite apps like air fryer egg rolls, Kung Pao Brussels sprouts, or homemade crab rangoon.
Editor's note: This recipe was updated on May 30, 2023, and reflects changes to ingredient quantities.
- Yields:
- 4 serving(s)
- Prep Time:
- 15 mins
- Cook Time:
- 15 mins
- Total Time:
- 30 mins
- Cal/Serv:
- 553
Ingredients
For Shrimp
- 2 c.
panko bread crumbs
- 2 tbsp.
extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp.
garlic powder
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
- 2
large eggs
- 1 c.
all-purpose flour
- 1 lb.
raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
Freshly chopped cilantro, for garnish
For Bang Bang Sauce
- 4 tbsp.
mayonnaise
- 4 tbsp.
sweet chili sauce
- 2 tbsp.
sriracha
Juice of 2 limes
- 2 tsp.
honey
Kosher salt
- Nutrition Information
- Per Serving (Serves 4)
- Calories553 Fat22 gSaturated fat4 gTrans fat0 gCholesterol281 mgSodium719 mgCarbohydrates53 gFiber4 gSugar7 gProtein33 gVitamin D1 mcgCalcium170 mgIron3 mgPotassium512 mg
- Note: The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.Powered by
Directions
- Step 1Preheat oven to 400° and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. In a shallow bowl, stir together bread crumbs, oil, and garlic powder and season with salt and pepper. In another shallow bowl, whisk eggs. Put flour in a third bowl. Using tongs, dip shrimp first in flour, then egg, then panko mixture, and transfer to prepared baking sheet. Continue until all shrimp are coated.
- Step 2Bake until shrimp are crispy and golden, 13 to 15 minutes.
Make Bang Bang Sauce
- Step 1In a medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, lime juice, and honey and season with salt.
- Step 2Drizzle Bang Bang Sauce over shrimp and garnish with cilantro before serving.
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