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Bang Bang Shrimp Pasta

A delightful pasta dish featuring crispy shrimp tossed in a rich, creamy, and spicy sauce that offers a satisfying contrast of textures and flavors.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Fusion
Calories: 600

Ingredients
  

Pasta Ingredients
  • 8 ounces pasta (linguine or spaghetti) Linguine or spaghetti work best.
Shrimp Ingredients
  • 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined Ensure shrimp are fresh.
Sauce Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha Adjust to taste.
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced Use fresh garlic for best flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Garnish
  • 2 green onions sliced for garnish Adds a fresh crunch.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Start by boiling a large pot of salted water. Add your pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Once cooked, drain and set aside.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until smooth. Set it aside.
Cooking
  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp in a single layer, ensuring they don’t overcrowd the pan. Cook for about 2-3 minutes on one side until they begin to turn pink, then flip them over and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fully cooked.
  2. Once the shrimp are cooked, lower the heat and pour the sauce over them, stirring to coat evenly. Gently fold in the cooked pasta, ensuring every strand is covered in that luscious creamy sauce.
Serving
  1. Plate your pasta and shrimp mixture, then garnish with sliced green onions for that fresh crunch. Enjoy your delicious dish warm!

Notes

For shrimp substitutes, chicken or tofu can work well. Make sure not to overcook the shrimp for best texture. Enhance the dish with fresh veggies for extra flavor.