Bang Bang Shrimp Pasta

Whip up this simple bang bang shrimp recipe for a meal that’s sure to satisfy! Deliciously seasoned shrimp are served alongside perfectly cooked pasta and tossed in a creamy, spicy sauce for a quick, easy, and flavorful dish!

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Ignite your tastebuds with our simple and satisfying bang bang shrimp pasta! Perfectly seasoned tender shrimp are tossed in a creamy, spicy sauce with al dente pasta for a flavorful dish that is sure to disappear from the table. It’s quick, easy, and mouthwateringly delicious!  

Bang Bang Shrimp Pasta Ingredients 

You’ll need:

For the Spicy Bang Bang Sauce

• ½ cup mayo
• ½ cup sweet Thai chili sauce
• juice of 1 lime
• 1½ teaspoons sriracha sauce

For the Pasta and Shrimp

• 8 ounces spaghetti noodles, cooked according to package directions and drained
• 12 ounces medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1½ tablespoons olive oil (or coconut oil)
• 1 tablespoon fresh minced cloves of garlic
• 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
• ½ teaspoon kosher salt
• ½ teaspoon fresh cracked black pepper
• ⅛ teaspoon red pepper flakes
• fresh chopped parsley or fresh chopped cilantro (optional garnish)

Substitutions and Additions 

MAYO: You can substitute plain Greek yogurt, cream cheese, sour cream, or even heavy cream in place of mayonnaise. 

CHILI SAUCE: Substitute Thai sweet chili sauce for plain sweet chili sauce or sweet Korean chili sauce (Cho gochujang).

SEAFOOD: Scallops would also taste great in this recipe. 

PASTA: You can swap out spaghetti for any other long noodle in this recipe, like linguine or angel hair pasta. I recommend using long noodles in this recipe. 

How to Make This Bang Bang Shrimp Pasta Recipe 

For the Sauce

STEP ONE: In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the mayo, sweet chili sauce, lime juice, and sriracha sauce until it is smooth. Set it aside.

PRO TIP: Feel free to add more or less sriracha depending on your spice preferences. 

For the Pasta and Shrimp

STEP ONE: Using a medium-sized mixing bowl, toss together the shrimp, ½ tablespoon olive oil, fresh minced garlic, paprika, kosher salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.

STEP TWO: In a large skillet (12-inch) over medium heat, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. 

STEP THREE: Add in the coated shrimp, constantly stirring to ensure the garlic does not burn and the shrimp cooks evenly, about 8 to 10 minutes. Once cooked, turn off the stovetop.

PRO TIP: Shrimp cooks fairly fast, and cooking time can vary depending on the size of the shrimp, so use your best judgment when deciding on cooking time. 

PRO TIP: Shrimp turns pink when completely cooked. It also releases liquid, so there will be some liquid in the pan from cooking. 

STEP FOUR: Leaving the skillet on the stovetop, add the cooked pasta and sauce on top of the cooked shrimp. Toss to thoroughly coat the noodles and the shrimp.

STEP FIVE: Garnish with parsley or cilantro. Serve while hot.

How To Serve 

Serve this bang bang shrimp pasta immediately on its own or with garlic bread and salad for a delicious and satisfying meal. 

Storage 

IN THE FRIDGE: Store any leftovers tightly covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

IN THE FREEZER: We do not recommend freezing this recipe as the creamy texture of the sauce will change.

REHEATING INSTRUCTIONS: To reheat, microwave individual portions for one to two minutes or until warm. 

Spicy and delicious, this bang bang shrimp pasta is full of fantastic flavor! This quick and easy recipe is great on a busy weeknight, or anytime you crave creamy pasta and tender shrimp.  

FAQ:

Question: Can I use frozen shrimp?

Answer: You can use frozen shrimp in this recipe. To defrost quickly, place them in a bowl of cold water for about 20 minutes. 

Question: Can I adjust the spice level in this recipe?

Answer: You can adjust the spiciness of this recipe by adding more or less sriracha, depending on your preference. 

Question: What do I serve with this recipe?

Answer: Bang bang shrimp pasta is satisfying on its own, or you can serve it with bread and salad for a bigger meal. 

Bang Bang Shrimp Pasta

Whip up this simple bang bang shrimp recipe for a meal that’s sure to satisfy! Deliciously seasoned shrimp are served alongside perfectly cooked pasta and tossed in a creamy, spicy sauce for a quick, easy, and flavorful dish!

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 20 minutes mins

Course Dinner

Cuisine American

Servings 4

Ingredients

  

Sauce

• ½ cup mayo
• ½ cup sweet chili sauce
• 1 lime juice
• 1½ teaspoons sriracha sauce

Pasta and Shrimp

• 8 ounces spaghetti noodles cooked according to package directions and drained
• 12 ounces medium shrimp peeled and deveined
• 1½ tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon fresh garlic minced
• 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
• ½ teaspoon kosher salt
• ½ teaspoon fresh cracked black pepper
• ⅛ teaspoon red pepper flakes
• fresh chopped parsley or fresh chopped cilantro optional garnish

Instructions

 

Sauce

• In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the mayo, sweet chili sauce, lime juice, and sriracha sauce until it is smooth. Set it aside

Pasta and Shrimp

• Using a medium-sized mixing bowl, toss together the shrimp, ½ tablespoon olive oil, fresh minced garlic, paprika, kosher salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
• In a large 12-inch skillet over medium heat, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
• Add in the coated shrimp, constantly stirring to ensure the garlic does not burn and the shrimp cooks evenly, about 8 to 10 minutes. The shrimp will turn pink when completely cooked. There will also be liquid in the pan that the shrimp releases during cooking. Turn off the stovetop.
• Leaving the skillet on the stovetop, add the cooked spaghetti and sauce on top of the cooked shrimp. Toss to completely coat the noodles and the shrimp.
• Garnish with either the fresh chopped parsley or fresh chopped cilantro. Serve while hot.

Notes

You can use frozen shrimp as it is easy to have on hand in your freezer. To thaw the shrimp quickly, place them in a bowl of cold water for about 20 minutes.

Try to buy the deveined shrimp, if you can find it. You can also sometimes find peeled shrimp which would make prep a snap.

Using a new jar of room temperature, unopened mayonnaise may make a noticeable positive difference in the flavor.

Al dente is the ideal consistency for pasta. The pasta will be tender and will still have a slightly firm texture when you bite into it.

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