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Crispy Bang Bang Shrimp Lettuce Cups Easy Spicy Mayo Recipe

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Crispy shrimp coated in a spicy bang bang sauce served in fresh lettuce cups, offering a perfect balance of heat, creaminess, and crunch. This quick and easy recipe is ideal for casual gatherings or a light, flavorful meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • ½ cup cornstarch or arrowroot powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • About 2 cups vegetable oil or canola oil for frying
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons sriracha sauce
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon lime juice, freshly squeezed
  • 1 head butter lettuce or iceberg lettuce, leaves separated and washed
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
  • 1 small carrot, julienned or shredded

Instructions

  1. Rinse and pat dry the shrimp thoroughly. Toss them in a large bowl with salt and pepper.
  2. Add cornstarch to the shrimp and toss until each piece is evenly coated. Shake off any excess cornstarch to avoid clumps.
  3. Pour about 2 cups of oil into your frying pan or wok and heat to 350°F (175°C).
  4. Fry shrimp in batches for about 2-3 minutes per batch, or until golden and crispy. Use a slotted spoon to transfer shrimp to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
  5. While shrimp fry, whisk together mayonnaise, sriracha, honey, rice vinegar, and lime juice in a small bowl until smooth. Adjust heat or sweetness as desired.
  6. Lay out lettuce leaves on a serving platter. Spoon a few crispy shrimp into each leaf, then drizzle generously with spicy mayo. Garnish with sliced green onions, cilantro, and shredded carrot.
  7. Serve immediately to keep shrimp crispy. If holding, cover loosely with foil at room temperature for no more than 30 minutes.

Notes

Dry shrimp thoroughly before coating to ensure crispiness. Fry shrimp in small batches to maintain oil temperature and avoid sogginess. Sauce can be made ahead and refrigerated. For gluten-free, use cornstarch and verify sriracha brand. Air-frying is possible but will reduce crispiness. Serve immediately for best texture.

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