Spicy Shrimp Pasta with Bang Bang Sauce

Spicy Shrimp Pasta with Bang Bang Sauce offers a delightful twist on the classic fried shrimp appetizer. This recipe combines succulent sautéed shrimp with al dente spaghetti noodles, all coated in a creamy, sweet, and spicy bang bang sauce.

Spicy Shrimp Pasta with Bang Bang Sauce Ingredients

• Shrimp: Opt for uncooked shrimp, peeled, deveined, and tail removed. If using fresh shrimp, consider deveining for a more polished appearance.
• Sweet Chili Sauce: The sweetness of the chili sauce complements the spicy kick from the Sriracha.
• Sriracha: Adjust the Sriracha quantity based on your spice preference, adding up to a teaspoon for extra heat.
• Spaghetti Noodles: While spaghetti is traditional, feel free to use any pasta variety you have on hand.

Preparing the Sauce

The heart of this dish lies in the tantalizing sweet and spicy bang bang sauce. Simply combine mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, Sriracha, and honey in a bowl. Adjust Sriracha levels to suit your taste. This sauce can be refrigerated for up to a week if not used immediately.

Making Spicy Shrimp Pasta with Bang Bang Sauce

Once the sauce is ready, it’s time to prepare the shrimp pasta. Cook the spaghetti noodles until al dente, then drain and set aside. Season the shrimp with salt and pepper. In a skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat, then add the seasoned shrimp and cook until firm and opaque.

Add minced garlic to the skillet and cook briefly before removing from heat. Toss in the cooked noodles and bang bang sauce, ensuring everything is thoroughly coated. Serve hot, optionally garnished with green onions and red pepper flakes for extra flavor and heat. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to two days.

Ingredients

Bang Bang Sauce

• ½ cup (120 ml) mayonnaise
• ¼ cup (60 ml) sweet Thai chili sauce
• ½ teaspoon (3 ml) Sriracha sauce, or more to taste
• 1 tablespoon (15 ml) honey

Shrimp Pasta

• 10 ounces (300 g) shrimp, peeled, deveined, tail removed
• ½ teaspoon (2.5 g) salt
• ¼ teaspoon (1.25 g) pepper
• 2 tablespoons (30 g) butter
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 8 ounces (230 g) spaghetti noodles, cooked al dente
• green onions, for garnish (optional)
• red pepper flakes, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Bang Bang Sauce

1. In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, Thai sweet chili sauce, Sriracha, and honey. Mix well and set aside. Refrigerate if not using immediately.

Shrimp Pasta

1. Cook spaghetti noodles al dente according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. Season shrimp with salt and pepper.
3. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt butter. Add shrimp and cook for 1-2 minutes per side until cooked through.
4. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
5. Remove from heat and add cooked spaghetti noodles and sauce to the skillet. Toss until combined.
6. Garnish with green onions and red pepper flakes if desired. Serve hot.