Get ready to ignite your taste buds with the most irresistible seafood sensation that will transform your dinner routine! These Bang Bang Shrimp Skewers are not just a meal, they're a flavor explosion that combines spicy, tangy, and creamy elements in one mouthwatering dish. Imagine succulent shrimp perfectly grilled and drizzled with a zesty bang bang sauce, nestled on a bed of crisp sesame slaw - this recipe is about to become your new obsession that will have everyone at the table begging for seconds!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: Asian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon sweet chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon sriracha
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 cup shredded cabbage
- 1/4 cup shredded carrots
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Skewers
Instructions
- Prepare the shrimp by patting them dry with paper towels. Ensure they are completely dry to achieve a crispy exterior when cooking.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, and lime juice to create the bang bang sauce. Reserve half the sauce for drizzling and set aside.
- Marinate the shrimp in half of the bang bang sauce for 10 minutes at room temperature, ensuring each shrimp is evenly coated.
- While shrimp are marinating, prepare the sesame slaw by combining shredded cabbage and carrots in a separate bowl. Drizzle with sesame oil and season with salt and pepper. Toss until well combined.
- Thread the marinated shrimp carefully onto pre-soaked wooden skewers, ensuring they are secure and evenly spaced.
- Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Lightly oil the cooking surface to prevent sticking.
- Grill the shrimp skewers for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they turn pink and develop light char marks. Be careful not to overcook.
- Remove skewers from heat and let rest for 1-2 minutes. Drizzle with the reserved bang bang sauce.
- Serve the hot shrimp skewers immediately over the prepared sesame slaw. Garnish with additional sesame seeds or chopped green onions if desired.
Tips
- Always pat shrimp completely dry before marinating to ensure a crispy exterior when grilling.
- Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes prior to grilling to prevent burning.
- Don't overcrowd the skewers - leave a small space between shrimp for even cooking.
- Watch shrimp carefully while grilling; they cook quickly and can become rubbery if overcooked.
- For extra flavor, consider adding a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds or chopped green onions as a final garnish.
- If you don't have a grill, this recipe works perfectly on a grill pan or even under the broiler.
- Make the bang bang sauce ahead of time and store in the refrigerator to enhance flavor melding.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 8g
Protein: 22g
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Cholesterol: 180mg
