Description
Spicy bang bang shrimp bowl delivers a flavor explosion of crispy, saucy goodness straight from Asian-inspired cuisine. Creamy, tangy sauce and perfectly fried shrimp create a satisfying meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound (454 grams) large shrimp
- 1 large egg
Dry Ingredients:
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 1/4 cups panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Sauces and Additional Ingredients:
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon chili garlic sauce
- 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
- 2/3 cup almond milk
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Avocado oil for frying
- 4 cups cooked rice
- 1 large avocado
- 1 cup edamame
- 1 cup julienned carrots
- 1–2 cups cucumber
- 1/4 cup cilantro
- 4 lime wedges
Instructions
- Whisk together mayonnaise, chili garlic sauce, and sweet chili sauce to create a vibrant, tangy dressing.
- Arrange three shallow dishes: one with cornstarch, another with milk mixture, and the third with seasoned panko breadcrumbs.
- Thoroughly dredge each shrimp first in cornstarch, ensuring complete coverage, then dip into milk mixture, and finally coat generously with panko crumbs.
- Heat oil to precisely 375°F in a deep skillet or fryer, maintaining consistent temperature for even cooking.
- Carefully lower breaded shrimp into hot oil, frying for 2-3 minutes until they transform into a crispy, golden-brown exterior.
- Transfer fried shrimp to a mixing bowl and gently toss with half of the prepared sauce, ensuring each piece is evenly coated.
- Distribute warm rice as the base in serving bowls, arranging a colorful medley of fresh vegetables around the perimeter.
- Position sauce-glazed crispy shrimp atop the rice, drizzle remaining sauce, and garnish with fresh cilantro and a bright lime wedge for a zesty finish.
Notes
- Customize Sauce Experiment with different ratios of mayo, chili garlic, and sweet chili sauce to find your perfect flavor balance.
- Gluten-Free Swap replace panko with gluten-free breadcrumbs or crushed rice cereal for a celiac-friendly version.
- Oil Temperature use a kitchen thermometer to ensure precise 375F for crispy, evenly cooked shrimp without burning.
- Meal Prep Consider cooking extra shrimp and sauce separately to keep breading crisp when storing for later meals.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 689
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 26 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 78 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 186 mg