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Bang Bang Shrimp Pasta

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This Bang Bang Shrimp Pasta is a creamy, spicy, and flavor-packed dish that comes together in just 25 minutes! Juicy shrimp are seasoned and sautéed, then tossed with pasta in a rich bang bang sauce made from sweet chili, sriracha, and mayo. It’s an easy, restaurant-style meal perfect for weeknights or entertaining guests.

Ingredients

  • For the Pasta and Shrimp:
  • ¾–1 lb thin spaghetti, angel hair pasta, or gluten-free pasta
  • 1½ lbs medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • For the Bang Bang Sauce:
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha (adjust to taste)
  • 1 tablespoon honey (optional)
  • 1–2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • Optional Garnishes:
  • Sliced green onions
  • Red pepper flakes
  • Lime wedges

Instructions

  1. Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside, reserving a bit of pasta water.
  2. Season shrimp with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook shrimp 2–3 minutes per side, until pink. Remove from pan.
  4. In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, and lime juice to make the sauce.
  5. Lower skillet heat to medium-low. Add cooked pasta and sauce, tossing to coat evenly. Add a splash of pasta water if needed.
  6. Return shrimp to pan and toss everything together. Cook for 1–2 more minutes until warmed through.
  7. Serve immediately, garnished with green onions, red pepper flakes, and lime wedges if desired.

Notes

  • Adjust the sriracha to control heat level.
  • Use thawed, dry shrimp if using frozen.
  • Zucchini noodles or spaghetti squash work for a low-carb version.
  • Sauce is naturally dairy-free—just check your mayo and chili sauce labels.

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