Bang Bang Shrimp Delight: A Flavorful Dive into a Crispy Sea of Flavor

Ingredients

• 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup cornstarch
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 0.5 tsp cayenne pepper
• 1 Prise salt
• 1 Prise pepper
• 1 cup oil, for frying
• 0.5 cup mayonnaise
• 0.25 cup sweet chili sauce
• 1 tbsp Sriracha
• 1 tsp rice vinegar
• 1 tsp lime juice
• 0.25 tsp garlic powder
• 1 Prise sliced green onions (for serving)
• 1 Prise chopped cilantro (for serving)
• 1 Prise lime wedges (for serving)

Instructions

1. In a bowl, soak the peeled and deveined shrimp in buttermilk for about 30 minutes.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, Sriracha, rice vinegar, lime juice, and garlic powder. Whisk until smooth.
3. In a shallow dish, mix together the flour, cornstarch, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper.
4. Remove the shrimp from the buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off, then dredge them in the flour mixture, ensuring they’re fully coated.
5. Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
6. Fry the shrimp in batches until golden and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per side. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the shrimp to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
7. In a large bowl, toss the fried shrimp with the Bang Bang sauce until evenly coated.
8. Plate the shrimp and garnish with sliced green onions and chopped cilantro. Serve with lime wedges on the side.