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Bang Bang Shrimp Pasta

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A creamy, spicy shrimp pasta that combines bold Asian-inspired flavors with classic spaghetti for a quick and flavorful weeknight meal.

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces spaghetti or linguine pasta
  • ¾ cup mayonnaise
  • ⅓ cup sweet chili sauce
  • Juice of 2 limes
  • 2 tablespoons sriracha (adjust to taste)
  • 12 ounces medium shrimp, deveined and peeled
  • 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable or olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon chopped parsley (optional garnish)

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta al dente, then drain and set aside.
  2. While pasta cooks, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, lime juice, and sriracha in a small bowl—this is your sauce.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix shrimp with garlic, paprika, salt, and onion powder.
  4. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Arrange shrimp in a single layer and cook 2–3 minutes per side, until nearly opaque.
  5. Pour in the sauce, simmer until it thickens slightly, about 1–2 minutes.
  6. Add drained pasta to the skillet and toss gently to coat.
  7. Transfer to a serving dish and sprinkle with parsley if using.

Notes

  • Adjust sriracha and chili sauce to control heat level.
  • Fresh or frozen (thawed) shrimp both work well.
  • Do not freeze leftovers as cream-based sauces and shrimp don’t thaw well.
  • Use any pasta variety like penne or fettuccine.
  • Sauce can be prepared in advance for quicker assembly.

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