This Keto Bang Bang Shrimp is simple to make and full of flavor, with a spicy copycat Bang Bang Sauce.
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The first time I tried Bang Bang Shrimp was at Bonefish Grill. It’s a pretty famous shrimp appetizer that sparked the “bang bang” revolution years ago. I’ve been making it ever since, because it’s so good.
Normally, Bang Bang Shrimp is breaded and deep fried, but the keto version is much more streamlined and is healthier because of it. The sauce is what makes this Bang Bang Shrimp so good. There’s really no need for the extra breading.
Ingredients You’ll Need
Bang Bang shrimp is really all about the sauce! Bang Bang Sauce has just 4 ingredients: mayo, chili sauce, Sriracha, and sweetener. You probably already have those things in your fridge, so you can make this up tonight!
Here are the ingredients you’ll need to make this dish. See the recipe for the quantities.
- Shrimp – The main ingredient for this dish is shrimp. Shrimp is available in both fresh and frozen, and in many different sizes. I always try to go for jumbo shrimp or 16/20 size that is substantial, but you can use smaller shrimp if you need to. If you are using fresh shrimp, make sure to peel and devein/clean them first.
- Bang Bang Sauce ingredients – Mayonnaise, Sriracha, chili sauce, and sugar substitute.
- Green onions and red pepper flakes – for garnish
- Cauliflower rice – To make this dish a main course serve it over cauliflower rice.
What Sugar Substitute to Use
I use allulose as a sugar substitute. You can use Swerve, monkfruit, Erythritol or Xylitol. It’s really up to you. The reason I use allulose is because it’s a no calorie no carb sweetener like erythritol, but it doesn’t have the cooling effect. I get allulose directly through Wholesome Yum. I think you’ll really like it, especially if you also don’t like the cooling effect.
Learn more about low-carb sweeteners and conversion here.
You could use a liquid sweetener, which would mix in really well, but be careful not to over do it. A little goes a long way.
How to Make Keto Bang Bang Shrimp
It takes about 10 minutes to sauté the shrimp on the stove. Just add a little bit of olive oil to the pan, and sauté the shrimp on medium-low heat for 5 minutes on each side, or until no longer translucent.
You can also cook the shrimp in an air fryer. It’s really fast and efficient, taking just 6 minutes from fresh, and 8 minutes from frozen.
When the shrimp is cooked through, remove it from the heat and toss it in a bowl with the sauce to coat it.
To make a meal of it, serve it over cauliflower rice, with some green onions for garnish.
What Shrimp To Use
I like to use a medium to large sized shrimp that can be eaten in one or two bites. My rule of thumb is to use a smaller size for an appetizer and a larger size for a main dish.
I buy fresh raw shrimp that is already shelled and cleaned (who has the time for that!) If you do have the time, it’s totally fine to get shrimp with the shells on and do the shelling and cleaning yourself.
How to Serve Keto Bang Bang Shrimp
This dish can be served as an appetizer, but I love it as a main dish, served over cauliflower rice with extra sauce poured over the top. Cauliflower rice is a great way to bulk up the meal. Just be sure to properly drain the cauliflower before adding it to the bowl, so it doesn’t end up diluting the sauce.
Tips and Notes
- Start with a small amount of sweetener and add more until you reach the desired level of sweetness.
- If you want more spice add more Sriracha.
- Make the sauce up ahead of time and store in the refrigerator until ready to use.
Frequently Asked Questions
How Many Carbs are in Keto Bang Bang Shrimp?
If you serve this as an appetizer without the cauliflower rice, there is just 1 gram of carbs in the dish. If you serve it as a main dish over 1/2 cup cauliflower rice, it will have 3 net grams of carbs.
Is Bonefish Grill bang bang shrimp keto friendly?
Unfortunately no. This dish is loaded with sugar making it inappropriate for a keto diet. That is what is so great about this recipe! You can enjoy this delicious dish without worrying about the sugar.
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Keto Bang Bang Shrimp
Ingredients
For the sauce
- 1/4 cup (56 g) mayonnaise
- 1/2 tablespoon (7 ml) Sriracha
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) chili sauce (like Sambal Oelek)
- 1/4 teaspoon (0.13 g) sugar substitute like allulose or Swerve or sugar-free maple syrup
For the shrimp
- 2 pounds (907 g) shrimp peeled, deveined, cleaned
- 1/2 tablespoon (7 ml) olive oil
- 2 cups (320 g) cauliflower rice
- 2 green onions chopped
Instructions
- Mix the sauce ingredient together in a bowl. Set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium-low heat, add the olive oil, then add the peeled and cleaned shrimp. Saute for 5 minutes per side, or until no longer translucent.
- When done, add the shrimp to the bowl with the sauce and toss to coat.
Notes
Nutrition
The information shown is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.
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Laura is dedicated to a low-carb lifestyle after losing 52 pounds on the keto diet. As many of us do, she struggles with her weight and has found that one of the only diet lifestyles that allows her to maintain a healthy weight is a low-carb diet. She shares her favorite low-carb recipes here that are both easy to make and full of flavor, so you don’t even miss the carbs.
I love shrimp and that sauce is perfect. Can’t wait to make this!
This looks so bright, fresh and delicious! The cauliflower rice has nice flavor.
I am always looking for new ways to enjoy shrimp, and this looks delicious. I can’t wait to try it.
This looks delicious! Made my mouth water…
This bang bang shrimp looks so good! Love the sriracha and mayo combo!