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Bang Bang Prawn Pasta

Cultural Context

Bang Bang Prawn Pasta combines the beloved flavors of Bang Bang shrimp, which originated in American cuisine as a popular appetizer. The dish showcases a creamy, spicy sauce that pairs perfectly with pasta, creating a delightful fusion. Today, it’s enjoyed in various forms across the globe, often adapted to local tastes and ingredient availability.

AmericanUSmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
8 ounces pasta
1 pound prawns
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic
1 tablespoon ginger
1 teaspoon red chili flakes
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
2 tablespoons lime juice
1/4 cup green onions
1/4 cup cilantro
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup parmesan cheese

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

mayonnaise

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast is dairy-free and adds a cheesy flavor.

1

Cook pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente; drain and set aside.

2

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

3

Add minced garlic and ginger; sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.

4

Add prawns to the skillet and season with red chili flakes, salt, and black pepper; cook until prawns are pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes.

5

In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, and lime juice until well combined.

6

Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with prawns; toss to combine.

7

Pour the sauce over the pasta and prawns; stir until evenly coated.

8

Add butter and stir until melted and creamy.

9

Garnish with chopped green onions and cilantro before serving.

10

Serve immediately with extra lime wedges on the side.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingboiling

Spice Level:

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Bang Bang Shrimp PastaSpicy Prawn Pasta

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