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Bang Bang Shrimp Rice Bowl

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  • Author: lilly
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Seafood

Description

A delightful mix of crispy shrimp, creamy sauce, and fresh vegetables, perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.


Ingredients

  • 1 pound large shrimp (shell and tail removed)
  • 1 cup mayo
  • 1 teaspoon chili garlic sauce (or Sriracha)
  • 2 tablespoons Thai sweet chili sauce
  • 3 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 2/3 cup unsweetened almond milk
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 1/4 cups panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Avocado oil for frying
  • 4 cups cooked rice of your choice
  • 1 large avocado, sliced
  • 1 cup shelled edamame
  • 1 cup julienned carrots
  • 1-2 cups sliced English cucumber
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 4 lime wedges


Instructions

  1. Combine the mayo, chili garlic sauce, and Thai sweet chili sauce in a small bowl to create the Bang Bang Sauce. Mix well and set aside.
  2. Heat avocado oil in a 12-inch cast iron skillet to 375 degrees F.
  3. Prepare the shrimp by ensuring they are thawed, shelled, and tailless. Set out three shallow bowls: one with cornstarch, one with a whisked mixture of almond milk, lemon juice, and egg, and the last with panko breadcrumbs mixed with kosher salt, pepper, onion powder, and garlic powder.
  4. Coat each shrimp in cornstarch, shake off excess, dip in the milk mixture, and finally coat in the panko mixture. Place on a plate.
  5. Fry the shrimp in batches for 2-3 minutes until golden brown, using a slotted spoon to transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.
  6. Toss the fried shrimp with half of your Bang Bang Sauce in a large bowl and reserve the remaining sauce for drizzling on top.
  7. To assemble, divide cooked rice among four bowls and top with sliced avocado, edamame, julienned carrots, and sliced cucumber.
  8. Add the shrimp and drizzle with remaining sauce. Garnish with cilantro and serve with lime wedges.

Notes

Let the coated shrimp rest for a few minutes before frying for better adherence. Avoid crowding the skillet while frying to maintain crispiness.