Bang Bang Shrimp Pasta Flavorful and Easy Recipe

Ingredients

• 8 ounces linguine or spaghetti
• 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 1 cup buttermilk (or milk mixed with a little vinegar)
• 1 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
• 1 tablespoon sriracha (adjust for spice preference)
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• to taste salt and pepper
• 2 green onions chopped (for garnish)
• to taste fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

1. In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the linguine or spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the shrimp with minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
3. Dip each shrimp into buttermilk, then coat it with panko breadcrumbs, pressing down to adhere well. Set aside on a plate.
4. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the breaded shrimp and cook for about 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
5. In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, and lime juice until smooth. Adjust the heat by adding more sriracha if desired.
6. In the same skillet used for shrimp, add the drained pasta and reserved pasta water. Pour the Bang Bang sauce over the pasta and toss to coat evenly over medium heat for a minute until warmed through.
7. Gently fold the crispy shrimp into the pasta, ensuring they are well distributed. Cook for an additional minute just to warm them slightly.
8. Plate the Bang Bang Shrimp Pasta hot, and garnish with chopped green onions and fresh cilantro.