Bangbang Shrimp Skewers are juicy grilled shrimp drizzled with a light, sweet and spicy Bangbang sauce with only 4 ingredients!
Grilled Shrimp with Bang Bang Sauce
Now that the weather is warmer we are grilling almost every evening. Bang Bang Shrimp Skewers are one of my favorite ways to cook shrimp in the summer because they’re quick, flavorful, and perfect for grilling season. Inspired by my popular Bang Bang Shrimp recipe, shrimp are skewered and grilled until lightly charred, then drizzled with a creamy, sweet and slightly spicy lightened Bang Bang sauce. They make an easy weeknight dinner, a fun appetizer for entertaining, or a great addition to rice bowls and tacos. Best of all, it cooks in minutes, making it ideal for busy nights when you want to feel special without putting in a lot of effort.
Why These Bang Bang Shrimp Skewers Work
Inspired by a dish from Bonefish Grill, these bang bang shrimp are made without breading or frying. I also used light mayonnaise to make a delicious creamy sauce with a bit of spice and sweetness.
- Minimal preparation: If you purchased prepared shrimp, all you have to do is skewer the shrimp and mix the four sauce ingredients.
- fast: Shrimp skewers are grilled in just 8 minutes.
- No kitchen heating: Perfect for summer!
- delicious: My family loves bang bang shrimp. We enjoy it with rice, salad, and tacos.
materials needed
Because the sauce is so flavorful, the only seasoning the shrimp needs is pepper. See recipe card below for exact measurements.
- shrimp: Buy large shrimp, peel and devein them. Or better yet, buy them pre-prepared from the supermarket. You can also use frozen shrimp (thawed first), which are usually cheaper and easier to find.
- freshly ground black pepper For seasoning
- oil spray This prevents the shrimp from sticking to the grill.
Bang Bang Sauce
- light mayonnaise Make it creamy.
- green onion For the texture and flavor of fresh onions
- Thai Sweet Chili Sauce It adds sweetness. Thai flavors and Thai kitchens are readily available at most grocery stores.
- Sriracha For spicy taste
How to make bang bang shrimp skewers
Apply bang bang sauce after the shrimp are cooked to prevent them from burning. See recipe card below for printable instructions.
- Make Bang Bang Sauce Mix 4 ingredients in a small bowl.
- Dip the skewers If using, place the tree in a jug of water or a large baking dish for at least 20 minutes.
- To make the skewers: Season the shrimp with pepper and place 5 shrimp on skewers.
- Grill the shrimp: Heat the grill to medium-high and cook for 3 to 4 minutes on each side. The shrimp are done when they become opaque and form a “C” shape (not an “O”, which means overcooked).
- provide: Place the cooked shrimp on a plate and spread the bang bang sauce.
customize it
- Shrimp allergy? Use Bang Bang sauce on shredded chicken thighs/breasts or scallops. You can skip the skewers and just spread the sauce on any type of fish.
- Make it spicier: Double the amount of sriracha, or reduce to ¼ teaspoon if you prefer a lower heat.
- Chives: If you don’t have chives, substitute chives.
offer suggestions
These Bang Bang Shrimp Skewers are a fantastic appetizer for any party or an easy main dish for a weeknight dinner. You can also serve shrimp over cabbage or romaine with additional sauce as a dressing, or fill corn tortillas with shrimp and top them with taco slaw. Serve it over rice with your favorite vegetables for a weeknight dinner.
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Meal Prep Tip: Prepare the sauce, dip the skewers, and skewer the shrimp the day before grilling.
- Keep shrimp refrigerated For up to 3 days.
- reheat Heat in the microwave or frying pan over medium heat.
FAQ
Bang Bang shrimp sauce is made with mayonnaise, Thai sweet chili sauce, sriracha, and chives.
The easiest way to grill shrimp is on skewers. You can easily flip and serve the shrimp without them falling between the griddles. However, you should soak wooden skewers in water for at least 20 minutes before grilling to prevent the skewers (and your food) from burning. If you are using metal skewers, you can skip this step.
If you don’t have a grill, you can cook shrimp over medium heat on the stovetop using a grill pan or cast iron skillet. You can skip the skewers if you like. Turn the shrimp halfway through to ensure even cooking.
You can also cook shrimp in the oven at 350°F for 10 to 15 minutes or air fry at 400°F for 5 to 6 minutes.
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produce: night soil
Serving Size: 2 food on a skewer
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In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, green onions, sweet chili sauce, and sriracha sauce. Set aside.
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Soak wooden skewers in water for at least 20 minutes (or use metal skewers to avoid this step).
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Lightly sprinkle pepper on the shrimp. Place 5 shrimp on 8 skewers.
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Heat a clean, lightly oiled grill over medium heat and once the grill is hot, add the shrimp, being careful not to burn the skewers.
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Cook on both sides for a total cooking time of approximately 6 to 8 minutes, or until shrimp are opaque and cooked through.
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Place the shrimp separately on a plate and quickly spread the sauce over the shrimp. Garnish with chives and sesame seeds and serve immediately.
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clothing material: 2 food on a skewer, calorie: 115 calorie, carbohydrate: 6 g, protein: 18 g, province: 4 g, Saturated Fat: 0.5 g, Polyunsaturated fat: 1 g, Monounsaturated fat: 1 g, Cholesterol: 128 mg, sodium: 752 mg, potassium: 125 mg, sugar: 5 g, Vitamin A: 218 IU, Vitamin C: 1 mg, calcium: 57 mg, steel: 0.3 mg
