Description
Crispy, golden shrimp coated in a creamy, spicy sauce that delivers an irresistible combination of textures and flavors.
Ingredients
- 1 lb jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup buttermilk
- ¾ cup cornstarch
- 1 cup neutral oil for frying
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- ¾ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 green onion, finely chopped for garnish (optional)
- ½ cup Japanese mayonnaise
- ¼ cup sweet Thai chili sauce
- 2 tablespoons sriracha
Instructions
- Tenderize the shrimp by soaking in buttermilk for 10 minutes.
- Mix the sauce by whisking together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, and sriracha until smooth.
- Prepare the coating by combining cornstarch, salt, garlic powder, and black pepper in a shallow bowl.
- Coat the shrimp by dredging each piece in the cornstarch mixture.
- Heat oil in a skillet until it reaches 350°F.
- Fry the shrimp in small batches for about 1.5 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Drain excess oil from fried shrimp on a wire rack or paper towels.
- Toss the crispy shrimp with the bang bang sauce and garnish with green onions before serving.
Notes
Best served fresh for optimal crispiness; suggested pairings include rice, salads, or tacos.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian Fusion