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Flavorful Bang Bang Shrimp Pasta Recipe Easy Creamy Spicy Sauce

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A quick and easy Bang Bang Shrimp Pasta with a creamy, spicy sauce that combines bold flavors and tender shrimp for a comforting yet exciting meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound medium or large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 8 ounces linguine or spaghetti
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 2–3 tablespoons sriracha sauce
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Optional garnishes: chopped cilantro or parsley, sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 8 ounces of linguine and cook according to package instructions (9-11 minutes) until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together ½ cup mayonnaise, 2-3 tablespoons sriracha, 1 tablespoon honey, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice until smooth. Set aside.
  3. Heat 2 tablespoons unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp in a single layer, season with salt and pepper. Cook 2-3 minutes on one side until pink and slightly charred, then flip and cook 1-2 minutes until opaque and cooked through.
  4. Reduce heat to low. Add cooked pasta to the skillet with shrimp. Pour creamy spicy sauce over and toss gently to combine. Add reserved pasta water a tablespoon at a time if sauce is too thick.
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, or lime juice. Sprinkle sliced green onions and optional cilantro or sesame seeds on top.
  6. Serve immediately while warm.

Notes

Do not overcook shrimp to avoid rubbery texture. Add reserved pasta water gradually to loosen sauce without watering it down. For dairy-free, use vegan mayo and olive oil instead of butter. Fresh lime juice is preferred but rice or white wine vinegar can substitute.

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Keywords: Bang Bang Shrimp, Shrimp Pasta, Creamy Spicy Sauce, Quick Dinner, Easy Pasta Recipe, Spicy Shrimp, Weeknight Meal

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