This easy Bang Bang Shrimp recipe brings crispy crunchy fried shrimp together in a spicy sweet and creamy chili sauce. The combination is so delectable that you will wonder how in the world you have lived this long without it. You can serve this delicious shrimp over rice, Chinese rice noodles or by itself as an appetizer.
Provided by Beth Pierce
Categories Seafood
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- 1. Heat olive oil in small saucepan over low heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute stirring constantly. Add rice vinegar, soy sauce, brown sugar and sambal oelek. Cook for 1-2 minutes; stirring several times. In a small bowl mix together 2 teaspoons cornstarch and water; stir into the saucepan. Simmer for 1-2 minutes or until slightly thickened. Cover and remove from the heat and set aside. Let cool for about 10 minutes.
- 2. In a small bowl together the mayonnaise, honey and cooled chili sauce; set aside
- 3. Dry the shrimp with paper towels. Heat about 1 inch of vegetable or canola oil to 375 degrees in a heavy skillet, dutch oven or stockpot. Put 1/2 cup cornstarch in a large ziploc bag. Add shrimp and shake to coat. Working in small batches add the shrimp to hot oil. Cook until lightly browned flipping halfway through the cooking process; approximately 1-1 1/2 minutes per side. Remove to paper towels to drain.
- 4. Gently fold the cooked shrimp into the sauce. Top with thin sliced scallions and a sprinkle of crushed red pepper. Serve immediately.
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