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By: MadelinePosted: 12/07/2020Updated: 03/31/2021

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Bang Bang Shrimp Dip is a slightly sweet and spicy dip that will remind you of the popular dish from Bonefish Grill.

bang bang shrimp dip on a platter

Delight guests with this Bang Bang Shrimp Dip. Serve up all the flavor of Bang Bang Shrimp in a creamy, spicy, sweet dip!

I know that people LOVE the bang bang shrimp from Bonefish Grill so I took all of the best things about that dish and turned it into a dip!

Steam shrimp, chop them and toss them in a creamy, sweet and spicy sauce. Then, add some panko for crunch and green onion for flavor! Serve this shrimp dip with crackers or cucumber slices.

shrimp dip on a black platter with a pack of crackers

What is bang bang shrimp?

Bang bang shrimp is a Thai inspired shrimp dish that has been popularized by chain restaurants in the United States. It is most popular at the chain Bonefish Grill.

In the United States most bang bang shrimp recipes consist of deep fried shrimp tossed in a creamy, sweet and spicy sauce. I decided to take this idea and turn it into a festive dip!

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What ingredients will I need to make this spicy sweet shrimp dip?

I took all of the ingredients of a traditional bang bang shrimp dish and turned them into a dip. Instead of deep frying the shrimp I mixed in some panko bread crumbs for crunch!

  • Shrimp of any size, but I prefer extra large or jumbo shrimp
  • Mayonnaise to make the sauce creamy
  • Sweet Thai Chili Sauce gives the sauces its distinctive slightly sweet flavor
  • Rice Vinegar for a hit of acid
  • Sriracha for extra spice
  • Panko Breadcrumbs to add the crunch of deep fried shrimp
  • Green Onions for extra flavor

Can I use frozen shrimp for this dip?

Yes! I almost always buy my shrimp frozen because they are more affordable that way and easy to use.

If you use frozen shrimp, do not try to cook the shrimp from frozen. Before cooking, defrost your shrimp under refrigeration or in a bag in a bowl of cold water.

hands serving the dip onto a cracker

How do I make Bang Bang Shrimp Dip?

Step 1: Steam shrimp

To begin, steam shrimp by placing a steamer basket over simmering water. For extra large shrimp it took about 10 minutes for them to steam.

You will know the shrimp are cooked, but not overcooked when they are white and reddish-pink and curled into a C shape. Be sure to remove the shrimp from heat before the tip and tail touch.

Step 2: Prepare sauce and chop shrimp

Then, while the steamed shrimp are cooling, combine mayo, chili sauce, sriracha, and rice vinegar in a small bowl.

If needed, remove tails from shrimp and chop the shrimp into small pieces.

Step 3: Mix it all together and serve

 Next, mix the sauce with the chopped shrimp until completely combined.

Then, mix in the bread crumbs and green onion. Place the bang bang shrimp dip on a platter to serve and garnish with more green onion.

This dip is best served cold. Serve with crackers or cucumber slices!

Step 4: Enjoy!

crackers and shrimp dip on a black platter

Can I prepare this shrimp dip ahead of time?

This dip is best enjoyed when it is freshly made so I recommend preparing this dip and enjoying it immediately. If you need to make it ahead of time, please enjoy this dip within 24 hours of preparing.

What should I serve with this Bang Bang Shrimp Dip?

This sweet and spicy dip would be the perfect appetizer for a small dinner party with friends. It would go really well with the following entrees.

  • Black Pepper Chicken Stir Fry
  • Easy Chicken and Veggie Stir Fry
  • Easy Teriyaki Pork and Bok Choy
  • Takeout Style Beef and Broccoli

You can find the full recipe below. If you make this recipe, please rate and review it in the comments, or share it with me on Instagram!

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Bang Bang Shrimp Dip

★★★★★ 5 from 5 reviews

All the flavor of Bonefish Grill’s bang bang shrimp in a delicious dip.

Recipe By: Madeline
Prep: 10 minutesCook: 15 minutesTotal: 25 minutes
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Servings: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

  • 12oz raw shrimp (any size will work, but I used extra large shrimp)
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp sweet Thai chili sauce
  • 1 tbsp sriracha
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1/4 cup panko bread crumbs
  • 2 tbsp chopped green onion

Instructions

  1. Steam shrimp by placing a steamer basket over simmering water
  2. For extra large shrimp it took about 10 minutes for them to steam – you will know the shrimp are cooked, but not overcooked when they are white and reddish-pink and curled into a C shape, be sure to remove the shrimp from heat before the tip and tail touch
  3. While steamed shrimp are cooling, combine mayo, chili sauce, sriracha, and rice vinegar in a small bowl
  4. Allow the shrimp too cool completely
  5. If needed, remove tails from shrimp and chop the shrimp into small pieces
  6.  Mix the sauce with the chopped shrimp until completely combined
  7. Mix in the bread crumbs and green onion
  8. Place on a platter to serve and garnish with more green onion
  9. This dip is best served chilled. Serve with crackers or cucumber slices!
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  1. Erica says

    Posted on 12/7 at 12:47 pm

    Can’t wait to try this recipe. What brand of Mayo do you use? I can’t seem to find a version that doesn’t have a “flavor”

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 12/8 at 5:49 am

      I usually use Primal Kitchen mayo! I did for this recipe at least

      Reply
  2. Dana says

    Posted on 12/12 at 7:51 am

    What cracker do you suggest here?

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 12/12 at 8:59 am

      I use rice crackers or cucumber slices!

      Reply
  3. Katie P says

    Posted on 12/28 at 2:08 pm

    I made this for Christmas brunch with my family this year and it was a huge hit! It’s a great spin off of one of the best Bonefish apps. I added a little more sriracha than the recipe called for for some extra spice, but I would highly recommend this dip for your next get together…or next time you’re in the mood for a “fancy” but super easy snack!

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 12/28 at 10:21 pm

      wonderful! thank you!

      Reply
  4. CS says

    Posted on 12/28 at 8:42 pm

    Easy crowd pleaser. Increased sriracha for more spice and went down a little on the mayo.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 12/28 at 9:12 pm

      amazing!! Thank you!!

      Reply
  5. Libby says

    Posted on 12/31 at 6:39 pm

    This could not be easier or more delicious. Served it with rice crackers and crudité. Honestly would be perfect for lunch too over a bed of cabbage or some greens. Thanks for a great recipe!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 1/2 at 11:56 am

      awesome!! thank you!

      Reply
  6. Jeanne says

    Posted on 1/1 at 7:06 pm

    Everything about this appetizer was delicious. Sauce was on point. You need to make.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 1/2 at 11:55 am

      ah thank you!!!

      Reply
  7. Sherri says

    Posted on 12/10 at 1:23 pm

    Making for Christmas party tomorrow. Can I make today for tomorrow?

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 12/10 at 2:02 pm

      I would personally make day of for best taste!

      Reply
  8. Blair says

    Posted on 12/27 at 2:33 pm

    We loved this dip as a Holiday app! So easy to throw together!!

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 12/28 at 7:52 pm

      yay! thank you!!

      Reply
  9. Erin says

    Posted on 5/19 at 9:23 am

    This looks amazing and easy. Can’t wait to try!

    Reply
  10. Wendy says

    Posted on 5/19 at 12:49 pm

    Would it be ok to just cook in a saute pan or boil the shrimp instead of steaming them?

    Thank you

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 5/19 at 4:25 pm

      Yep! I would say boiling is better because you don’t want them to be crisp at all

      Reply
  11. Rosaleen says

    Posted on 12/17 at 8:18 am

    I am allergic to eggs .Could you replace the mayonnaise with maybe cream cheese, goat cheese? Maybe you can suggest something else.

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 12/17 at 5:07 pm

      Hi Rosaleen! You could give cream cheese a try as a substitute.

      Reply
  12. Jeanne says

    Posted on 12/21 at 6:28 pm

    This is a keeper! My husband and loved this and already I’ve passed the recipe along. I would however, not cook the shrimp for 10 minutes! It only takes a few minutes to steam them and have them turn pink so keep your eye on them. I can’t wait to serve this again! I served this w Crunch Master rice crackers. I also added slightly more sriracha and garlic powder.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 12/21 at 8:06 pm

      Thanks, Jeanne!

      Reply
  13. Mmgallop says

    Posted on 12/22 at 10:05 am

    11/10 – easy, crowd pleaser- made triple batch and none was left !

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 12/22 at 2:47 pm

      YAY!! Thank you so much.

      Reply
  14. Monica says

    Posted on 12/27 at 2:58 pm

    Can you lightly toast the panko with butter before you serve the dip? Are what do you suggest?

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 12/27 at 3:02 pm

      you can if you want the dip to have a crust! but it sort of mixes in and just adds depth to the dip the way it is written

      Reply
  15. Hillary S. says

    Posted on 12/27 at 3:09 pm

    This was SO easy to make and SO good. I brought it to a neighborhood gathering and it was the first dish to be finished. Everyone loved it.

    ★★★★★

    Reply

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