Get ready to spice up your pasta game with this amazing Bang Bang Shrimp Pasta recipe. Succulent shrimp tossed in a creamy and spicy sauce, served over a bed of pasta. This dish is bursting with flavors and will leave you craving for more. Quick and easy to make, it's perfect for a weeknight dinner or to impress your guests at a dinner party. Don't miss out on this mouthwatering fusion dish that brings the best of seafood and pasta together in one delightful bite.
Ingredients
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 8 ounces linguine or spaghetti
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup Thai sweet chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon Sriracha sauce
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- Lime wedges, for serving
Directions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes until they turn pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Thai sweet chili sauce, Sriracha sauce, soy sauce, honey, salt, and black pepper.
- Pour the sauce into the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- Add the cooked pasta and cooked shrimp to the skillet. Toss gently to coat the pasta and shrimp with the sauce.
- Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the chopped green onions and fresh cilantro.
- Serve the Bang Bang Shrimp Pasta hot, garnished with lime wedges for squeezing over the top.
Interesting Facts
Bang Bang Shrimp pasta is a popular dish inspired by the famous Bang Bang Shrimp appetizer from a well-known seafood chain restaurant.
The term 'Bang Bang' in the name refers to the spicy and tangy flavor profile of the dish, which is achieved through the combination of Thai sweet chili sauce, Sriracha, and other ingredients.