Crispy pan-fried breaded shrimp with creamy sweet bang bang sauce is the perfect appetizer. Whip up this easy shrimp recipe for any occasion!
– ▢ 1 lb raw shrimp, peeled and deveined– ▢2 large egg– ▢1 cup gluten-free bread crumbs, *– ▢½ cup gluten-free all-purpose flour– ▢½ tsp garlic powder, optional– ▢½ tsp sea salt– ▢¼ tsp black pepper, optional– ▢3 Tbsp avocado oil , for frying
Ingredient
Crispy Shrimp:
– ▢ 1/3 cup plain Greek yogurt, **– ▢4 Tbsp sweet chili sauce– ▢2 tsp sriracha, optional
Bang Bang Sauce:
Step 1
Step 1
Mix bang bang sauce ingredients in a small bowl until completely blended. Keep the sauce refrigerated until use. Note: sauce mixture can be made 4 days ahead.
Direction
Step 2
Step 2
Take shrimp out of packing. Remove and discard shrimp shells. I leave tails on, but you can remove them. For damp raw shrimp, pat or place on a paper towel-lined dish.
Step 3
Step 3
Whisk two eggs in a small bowl until well-beaten. Stir flour, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl until mixed.
Step 4
Step 4
Dip the shrimp in the egg mixture, followed by the flour mixture, ensuring each of the shrimp are well-coated.
Step 5
Step 5
Use 3 tablespoons avocado oil or high-temperature cooking oil in a large nonstick skillet over high heat. Some time should pass with the skillet sizzling. Oil should exceed 400°F.
Step 6
Step 6
Carefully place one layer of breaded shrimp on the heated surface. Make shrimp crispy, golden brown, and cooked through in 2-3 minutes per side. Completely curled, opaque shrimp.
Step 7
Step 7
Serve crispy shrimp with bang bang sauce on top or in a bowl. Chopped green onions can be added to shrimp. I prefer serving shrimp with fresh lemon or lime wedges for juice..