Description
Bang Bang Shrimp Pasta is a delightful fusion of spicy, sweet, and creamy flavors. Succulent shrimp are sautéed and tossed with pasta in a rich sauce made from mayonnaise, Thai sweet chili sauce, Sriracha, and heavy cream. Garnished with fresh green onions and cilantro, this dish is both flavorful and visually appealing. It’s versatile, easy to prepare, and perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or an impressive meal for guests.
Ingredients
1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
8 oz spaghetti or your choice of pasta
1 tablespoon olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
For the Sauce:
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup Thai sweet chili sauce
2 cloves garlic, minced
Juice of 1 lime
1 teaspoon Sriracha or to taste
1/4 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons chopped green onions for garnish
1 tablespoon chopped cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- While the pasta is cooking, heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Season shrimp with salt and pepper and cook until pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove shrimp from the pan and set aside.
- In the same pan, combine mayonnaise, Thai sweet chili sauce, minced garlic, lime juice, Sriracha, and heavy cream. Stir over medium heat until the sauce is heated through.
- Add the cooked pasta and shrimp to the sauce, tossing to combine and coat everything evenly.
- Serve hot, garnished with green onions and cilantro.
Notes
- Adjust Spice Level: Customize heat by increasing or decreasing Sriracha.
- Make it Lighter: Substitute heavy cream with a lighter option like half-and-half.
- Dietary Adjustments: Gluten-free pasta or dairy-free cream alternatives can make this dish more accommodating for different diets.