Description
This Bang Bang Shrimp Pasta features tender shrimp and al dente pasta tossed in a creamy, tangy, and slightly spicy sauce made from mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, lime juice, and sriracha. It's quick to prepare and always a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
- 8 oz spaghetti or linguine pasta
- 3/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/3 cup sweet chili sauce
- Juice of 2 limes
- 2 Tbsp sriracha
- 12 oz medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 Tbsp vegetable or olive oil
- 1 Tbsp chopped parsley (optional garnish)
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, cook pasta al dente according to package instructions, drain, and set aside.
- In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, lime juice, and sriracha.
- Season shrimp with garlic, paprika, salt, and onion powder.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat, cook shrimp for 2–3 minutes per side until nearly opaque.
- Add the prepared sauce to the skillet and simmer until it thickens, about 5 minutes.
- Add the drained pasta to the skillet and toss until evenly coated with the sauce.
- Serve immediately, garnished with chopped parsley if desired.
Notes
- You can substitute shrimp with chicken, tofu, or beef.
- Try different types of pasta like penne or fettuccine.
- Add vegetables such as bell peppers, snap peas, or broccoli for extra nutrition.
- Adjust the heat level by modifying the amount of sriracha and chili sauce.
- Use vegan mayo for a dairy-free option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 23g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 160mg
