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This image shows a plate of Bang Bang shrimp pasta, featuring tender shrimp seasoned with paprika and garlic, served over perfectly cooked pasta with a creamy and flavorful sauce, garnished with fresh parsley.

Bang Bang Shrimp Pasta Recipe

Easy Bang Bang Shrimp Pasta is a creamy, flavorful dish combining tender shrimp and perfectly cooked pasta in a sweet and spicy sauce. This quick recipe delivers bold flavors with minimal effort, making it an ideal choice for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 18 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Chinese
Servings 6 People
Calories 593 kcal

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Colander
  • Mixing bowls
  • Chef’s knife

Ingredients
  

  • freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 3 Tsp paprika
  • 1 Tbsp coconut oil
  • 1 Tbsp dried parsley
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1½ lbs medium shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1 lb 1 lb thin spaghetti or angel hair pasta or gluten free pasta

Sauce

  • ⅛ Tsp crushed red pepper flakes
  • 2 garlic minced
  • ½ Cup mayonnaise or light mayonnaise
  • 2 Tbsp lime juice
  • ½ Cup Thai sweet chili sauce

Instructions
 

  • Combine the sauce ingredients in a bowl and set aside.
    This image shows a bowl filled with ingredients for Bang Bang sauce being mixed together to create a smooth, creamy base for the shrimp pasta.
  • If desired, warm the sauce slightly, though it will heat up when mixed with the pasta.
  • Cook the pasta in a large pot of boiling water until al dente, then drain thoroughly.
    This image shows pasta being cooked in a large pot of boiling water, preparing it to pair with the seasoned shrimp and Bang Bang sauce.
  • Place the shrimp in a bowl and season with paprika, minced garlic, and pepper, mixing well to coat.
    This image shows shrimp in a bowl being seasoned with paprika, minced garlic, and pepper, ensuring each piece is evenly coated for the flavorful dish.
  • Heat coconut oil in a pan over medium-high heat.
    This image shows coconut oil melting and heating in a skillet, creating the perfect surface for cooking the seasoned shrimp for the Bang Bang shrimp pasta.
  • Add the seasoned shrimp and stir continuously while cooking until the shrimp turn pink, about 6-8 minutes, depending on their size.
    This image shows seasoned shrimp being stir-fried in a skillet with coconut oil, cooking until they turn pink and tender, ready to be combined with the pasta and sauce.
  • Remove the shrimp from heat and set them aside if the pasta isn't ready yet.
  • In a large serving bowl, combine the drained pasta with the cooked shrimp.
    This image shows cooked pasta being combined with sautéed shrimp in a large skillet, ready to be coated with the creamy Bang Bang sauce.
  • Pour the prepared sauce over the pasta and shrimp mixture.
    This image shows the creamy Bang Bang sauce being poured generously over a skillet of cooked shrimp and pasta, adding rich flavor to the dish.
  • Toss everything together to coat evenly with the sauce.
    This image shows the pasta and shrimp being tossed together in the skillet with the creamy Bang Bang sauce, ensuring every bite is coated with flavor.
  • Garnish with fresh parsley before serving and enjoy!
    This image shows the finished Bang Bang shrimp pasta garnished with fresh parsley, adding a touch of color and freshness to the creamy dish.

Notes

  • Use fresh, raw shrimp for the best flavor and texture. 
  • Serve with lime wedges for a bright, tangy kick.