Description
A quick and flavorful recipe for Bang Bang Shrimp Pasta, featuring tender shrimp, creamy spicy sauce, and perfectly cooked pasta. Ready in 30 minutes, it’s a bold and crowd-pleasing dish perfect for weeknights or entertaining.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Shrimp:
- 1 lb medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Bang Bang Sauce:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
- 1–2 tablespoons sriracha (adjust to taste)
- 1 tablespoon honey (optional, for added sweetness)
For the Pasta:- 12 oz spaghetti (or preferred pasta)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup pasta water (reserved from cooking)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prep the Shrimp:
- Pat shrimp dry with paper towels.
- Toss shrimp with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl.
- Cook the Shrimp:
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add shrimp in a single layer.
- Cook for 2–3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove and set aside.
- Prepare the Bang Bang Sauce:
- In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, and honey (if using).
- Cook the Pasta:
- Boil a large pot of salted water. Cook pasta to al dente according to package instructions. Reserve 1/4 cup of pasta water before draining.
- Combine Everything:
- In the skillet used for shrimp, melt butter over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Stir in reserved pasta water and Bang Bang sauce to create a creamy base.
- Toss pasta in the sauce until coated. Gently fold in cooked shrimp.
- Serve:
- Transfer pasta to plates or a serving bowl. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve warm.
Notes
- Protein Variations: Substitute shrimp with chicken, scallops, or tofu.
- Vegetarian Option: Add roasted vegetables like zucchini or bell peppers instead of shrimp.
- Spice Level: Adjust sriracha to your preferred heat level or add red pepper flakes.
- Storage: Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a skillet with a splash of water or broth.
- Gluten-Free Option: Use gluten-free pasta and check ingredient labels for gluten-free sweet chili sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: dinner
- Method: Stove-top
- Cuisine: Fusion
Keywords: Bang Bang Shrimp Pasta, creamy shrimp pasta, spicy pasta recipe, weeknight dinner idea, bold-flavored pasta