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Creamy Bang Bang Shrimp Pasta Recipe Easy Spicy Sauce Dinner Idea

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A quick and easy creamy bang bang shrimp pasta with a spicy, tangy sauce that combines bold flavors and comforting textures, perfect for weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined (fresh or thawed frozen shrimp)
  • 8 ounces (225g) linguine or spaghetti (gluten-free pasta optional)
  • ½ cup (120ml) full-fat mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons sriracha sauce (adjust to heat preference)
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 stalks green onions, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: pinch of smoked paprika or cayenne pepper for extra smoky heat

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 8 ounces (225g) of linguine and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside, reserving ½ cup (120ml) of pasta water.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together ½ cup mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons sriracha, 1 tablespoon honey, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice until smooth. Adjust spiciness or sweetness as desired.
  3. Heat 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp from heat and set aside.
  4. Lower heat to medium. Add cooked pasta to the skillet, pour the bang bang sauce over, and toss gently. Add reserved pasta water a tablespoon at a time if sauce is too thick, until creamy and coating the pasta.
  5. Return shrimp to the pan, toss gently to combine and warm through for 1 minute. Remove from heat, sprinkle with chopped green onions, and serve immediately with optional lime wedge.

Notes

Do not overcook shrimp to avoid rubbery texture. Whisk sauce ingredients until smooth for best coating. Save pasta water to adjust sauce consistency. Add fresh lime juice before serving to brighten flavors. Sauce can be made ahead and stored in fridge. Use vegan mayo and olive oil for dairy-free version.

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