Bang Bang Shrimp

I pinned Bang Bang Shrimp a while back but never even looked at the recipe but Sunday I decided it was FINALLY time to quit being a wimp and try to make it. If you've never been to Bonefish Grill to try this uh-mazing dish now you don't have to because this is the real deal, it tastes JUST like the actual thing....no lies

So, here is what you will need...

1 bag (12 oz) medium-large shrimp, peeled and deveined

For the sauce:
1/2 cup lite mayo (I always opt to lighten my recipes when I can)
4 teaspoons Sriracha sauce
1 teaspoon granulated sugar
1 teaspoon rice vinegar

For the egg mixture:
1 egg, beaten
1 cup milk

For the breading mixture:
1 cup all purpose flour
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon dried basil

For frying:
8 to 12 cups vegetable oil

Instructions:

1. Combine all ingredients for the sauce in a bowl, cover and set aside.
2. Combine beaten egg and milk in bowl, set aside.
3. Combine flour, panko, salt, black pepper, onion powder, garlic powder and basil in bowl, set aside.
4. Bread the shrimp by first coating with the breading mixture then dip in the egg mixture and back into the breading mixture. Place the shrimp on a plate and put in the fridge for about 20 minutes (this helps the breading stick to the shrimp when frying)
5. Heat oil to 350 degrees (deep fryer) or medium-high heat if you are frying on stove top.
6. When oil is hot fry shrimp for 2-3 minutes or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
7. When all shrimp has been fried, gently mix into sauce and coat the shrimp.

ENJOY!

BANG BANG!

You can also serve this with tortillas and asian slaw to make an incredible shrimp taco! It seems like a lot of work at first but I made 2 batches Sunday and once you know what you are doing it's super easy and the pay off is so worth it!