Bang Bang Shrimp Rice Bowls
Bang Bang Shrimp Rice Bowls are a fusion of spicy, tangy, and savory flavors that come together in a satisfying and colorful meal.
Servings: 4 Servings
Calories: 708kcal
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Thai sweet chili sauce
- 2 teaspoon Sriracha or chili garlic sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon honey
- 1 pound large shrimp shelled and cleaned
- 1/4 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- Vegetable oil for frying
For the bowls:
- 4 cups cooked rice
- 1 large avocado sliced
- 1 cup edamame shelled
- 1 large carrot julienned
- 1 large English cucumber sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
- 1 lime cut in wedges
Instructions
- Combine the mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, Sriracha, and honey in a large bowl. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, add the shrimp, then pour over the buttermilk. Stir to coat. Then strain the shrimp out of the buttermilk and let any excess drip off. Coat the shrimp in the cornstarch, salt and pepper.
- Pour vegetable oil into a large heavy-bottom skillet. Heat to between 350°(175°C) and 375° F(190°C).
- Add the shrimp to the oil, spacing out so they don’t touch. You might need to cook in batches. Fry for 2-3 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden. Transfer with a slotted spoon to a paper towel lined plate.
- Add the shrimp to the bowl with the sauce and toss to coat.
- To build the bowls, divide the rice, avocado, edamame, carrots and cucumber between 4 bowls. Garnish with cilantro and a lime wedge.
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Notes
- Save time by prepping your vegetables and sauce in advance. You can chop the veggies and mix the sauce the night before, so all you need to do is cook the shrimp and assemble the bowls when you're ready to eat.
- To ensure the shrimp stay crispy, make sure the oil is hot enough before frying (between 350°F(175°C) and 375°F(190°C)). Fry the shrimp in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan, which can lower the oil temperature and result in soggy shrimp.
- You can make crispy shrimp in the air fryer using this recipe.
- If you prefer a milder flavor, reduce the amount of Sriracha in the sauce or serve it on the side. You can also add a bit more honey to balance the spice with sweetness.
Nutrition
Calories: 708kcal | Carbohydrates: 79g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 32g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 14g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 156mg | Sodium: 1097mg | Potassium: 816mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 3486IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 158mg | Iron: 2mg