Ever had a dish so good it made you wanna shout “BOOM BOOM!”? 😜 Well, get ready to meet your new favorite appetizer – Boom Boom Shrimp. This crispy, saucy, flavor-packed delight is about to rock your world. Trust me, it’s sooo worth the mess!
One bite of that crunchy, tangy shrimp, and I was hooked. I knew I had to recreate this magic at home. 🎉
Whether it’s a casual weekend hangout or a big family BBQ, these shrimp (Old Bay Seasoning Steamed Shrimp is also great, or all shrimp dishes are great, I guess 😉 )are always the star of the show. And the best part? It’s super easy to make, even if you’re not a kitchen wizard. So, grab your apron, and let’s get cooking! 🦐
Ingredients Used to Make Boom Boom Shrimp
What do you need to make this Boom Boom ? Here is the list:
Shrimp:
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 tablespoon hot sauce
Batter:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
Boom Boom Sauce:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
- 2 tablespoons sriracha (or your favorite hot sauce)
- 1 tablespoon ketchup
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Optional: Honey or brown sugar for extra sweetness, or a pinch of cayenne for a fiery kick 🔥
How to Make Boom Boom Shrimp
- Marinate those shrimp: Soak your peeled and deveined shrimp in a mixture of buttermilk and hot sauce for at least 30 minutes. This tenderizes the shrimp and adds a little zing!
- Whip up the magic batter: Combine flour, cornstarch, and your favorite seasonings.
- Get those shrimp crispy: Dredge the marinated shrimp in the batter and fry ’em up in hot oil until golden brown and cooked through. Mmmm, can you smell that deliciousness? 🤤
- The sauce is the boss: While the shrimp are frying, whisk together all the sauce ingredients. Taste and adjust the sweetness and spiciness to your liking.
- Boom boom time! Toss the crispy shrimp in the sauce until they’re completely coated. Get ready for a flavor explosion! 💥
- Boom boom shrimp is the ultimate crowd-pleaser. It’s perfect for game day, potlucks, or just a casual night in. Serve it up with some extra sauce for dipping, and watch it disappear in seconds! 😋
Quick Cooking Recipe
- Preparation Time: 15 minutes
- Cooking Time: 10 minutes
- Inactive Time: 30 minutes (marinating)
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Author: Jen Sharpin | So Damn Delish
- Yield: 4-6 servings
This boom boom shrimp recipe is the perfect appetizer for any occasion. It’s crispy, saucy, and packed with flavor. Get ready to wow your guests with this easy and delicious dish! 🍤🎉
Ingredients:
- Shrimp:
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 tablespoon hot sauce
- Batter:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Boom Boom Sauce:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
- 2 tablespoons sriracha
- 1 tablespoon ketchup
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions:
- In a bowl, combine the shrimp, buttermilk, and hot sauce. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
- Heat 1 inch of oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Dredge the shrimp in the batter and fry in batches until golden brown and cooked through, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Drain the shrimp on paper towels.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, ketchup, and garlic powder.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Note:
- For an extra kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the boom boom sauce.
- Serve with rice, noodles, or your favorite veggies for a complete meal.
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