Paleo Bang Bang Shrimp
Indulge in the irresistible, Paleo-friendly twist on a restaurant favorite with this Paleo Bang Bang Shrimp recipe! Perfectly golden and crispy shrimp are coated in a flavorful blend of tapioca starch and almond flour, then fried in nutrient-rich avocado oil for a healthier spin on classic frying. The bold bang bang sauce—made with creamy coconut cream, zesty lime juice, spicy sriracha, and garlic—brings tangy, spicy, and slightly sweet elements to the dish. Ready in just 35 minutes, this gluten-free, dairy-free, and grain-free recipe is ideal for those craving a guilt-free treat that's bursting with bold flavors. Garnish with fresh scallions and serve as an appetizer, party dish, or over a bed of greens for an unforgettable meal!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 0.5 cup tapioca starch
- 0.5 cup almond flour
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons sriracha
- 1 tablespoon coconut aminos
- 1 cup avocado oil, for frying
- 0.25 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons coconut cream
- 2 teaspoons lime juice
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons scallions, sliced
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
In a small mixing bowl, prepare the bang bang sauce by whisking together mayonnaise, coconut cream, sriracha, coconut aminos, lime juice, and garlic powder until smooth. Set aside.
In a shallow bowl, whisk the egg with 1 tablespoon of water.
In another shallow bowl, combine tapioca starch, almond flour, sea salt, and black pepper.
Dip each shrimp into the egg mixture, letting excess drip off, then dredge in the tapioca starch and almond flour mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
In a large skillet, heat avocado oil over medium-high heat.
Once the oil is hot, carefully place the shrimp in the skillet without overcrowding. Fry in batches if needed. Cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
Remove shrimp from the skillet and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
Transfer the cooked shrimp to a large bowl and drizzle with the prepared bang bang sauce. Gently toss to coat.
Serve immediately, garnished with sliced scallions.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3981 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 319.0 g | 409% | |
| Saturated Fat | 39.9 g | 200% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1136 mg | 379% | |
| Sodium | 3027 mg | 132% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 165.6 g | 60% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.1 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.9 g | ||
| Protein | 128.0 g | 256% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 499 mg | 38% | |
| Iron | 7.3 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 1523 mg | 32% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
