Description
A lightened-up version of the classic Bang Bang Shrimp, featuring crispy shrimp coated in a flavorful, spicy keto bang bang sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/3 cup Avocado oil mayonnaise
- 1/2 tsp Chili garlic sauce
- 1/2 tsp Sriracha
- 1 tbsp Besti Powdered Monk Fruit Allulose Blend
- 2/3 cup Whey protein powder
- 1/3 cup Wholesome Yum Blanched Almond Flour
- 2 tbsp Wholesome Yum Coconut Flour
- 1 tsp Sea salt
- 1/2 tsp Black pepper
- 2 large Eggs (whisked)
- 1/2 cup Sparkling water (cold)
- 1 lb Medium shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 3 cups Avocado oil (for frying)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, chili garlic sauce, sriracha, and sweetener to create the bang bang sauce. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, mix together whey protein powder, almond flour, coconut flour, sea salt, and black pepper. Add the whisked eggs and sparkling water, and whisk until fully combined.
- Heat avocado oil in a Dutch oven to 350°F (176°C).
- Dip each shrimp into the batter, allowing excess to drip off, and fry in the hot oil for 2 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
- Toss the cooked shrimp in the keto bang bang sauce and serve immediately.
Notes
For the best texture, avoid freezing and refrigerate leftovers. Reheat in the oven or air fryer.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Bang Bang Shrimp, Healthy Shrimp Recipe, Keto Appetizer, Low-Carb Shrimp