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Bang Bang Shrimp Pasta

Bang Bang Shrimp Pasta is a 20-minute dinner packed with juicy shrimp, tender pasta, and a creamy, sweet-and-spicy sauce you’ll crave again and again.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American, Asian American
Keyword: bang bang shrimp pasta recipe
Servings: 4 Servings
Author: Alyssa Rivers

Ingredients

Shrimp and Pasta

  • 8 ounces dry spaghetti
  • 1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon pepper
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 clove minced garlic

Sauce

  • ⅓ cup mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup heavy cream
  • ⅓ cup sweet chili sauce
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha sauce
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Instructions

Sauce

  • In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together ⅓ cup mayonnaise, ¼ cup heavy cream, ⅓ cup sweet chili sauce, 1 tablespoon honey, 1 tablespoon Sriracha sauce, and ¼ teaspoon salt until combined. Set aside.

Shrimp and Pasta

  • Cook 8 ounces dry spaghetti according to the package directions. Drain and set aside.
  • In a large bowl, season 1 pound large shrimp with 1 teaspoon paprika, ½ teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon pepper.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 clove minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Add the seasoned shrimp to the skillet and cook until it turns pink, about 4-6 minutes. Don’t overcook the shrimp, or they will be chewy. Remove the shrimp from the pan and set aside.
  • Return to the same skillet and reduce the heat to medium-low. Add the sauce and heat for 1 minute, whisking continuously.
  • Add the cooked shrimp and pasta and toss to coat in the sauce.

Notes

Storage & Reheating Instructions
  • Fridge: Store cooled leftovers in an airtight container for 1-3 days.
  • Reheating: Reheat leftovers in the microwave or over the stove until warmed through. I like to add a splash of cream to help add moisture to the pasta as it heats.
  • Freezer: Not recommended.
  • Make ahead: Best served fresh.

Nutrition

Calories: 582kcal | Carbohydrates: 59g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 27g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 9g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 183mg | Sodium: 1504mg | Potassium: 299mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 17g | Vitamin A: 863IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 91mg | Iron: 1mg

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