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Bang Bang Chicken and Shrimp Recipe

Bang Bang Chicken and Shrimp Recipe

Bang Bang Chicken and Shrimp is a tasty dish that’s just like what you get from your favorite takeaway restaurant. This quick and easy stir-fry features golden chicken and pink shrimp, all coated in cornstarch and served with a creamy peanut sauce. It's a family favorite that will definitely satisfy your taste buds!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Assembling Time: 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Asian
Servings 5
Calories 355 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Cutting Board
  • Knife
  • Small saucepan

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken and Shrimp:

  • 1 Chicken breast
  • 1/4 cup Cornstarch
  • 2 cups Rice
  • 10 medium Shrimp
  • 2 tbsp Vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup flaked Coconut
  • 2 Green onions
  • 1/4 cup Peanuts
  • Sesame seeds for garnish

For the Peanut Sauce:

  • 2 tbsp Water
  • 1 tbsp Soy sauce
  • 1 tsp Lime juice
  • 1/4 cup Peanut butter
  • 1 tbsp Sugar
  • 1 tsp Rice vinegar
  • 1/8 tsp Red pepper flakes

Instructions
 

  • Pour 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil into a large skillet and heat over medium-high heat.
  • Generously season the chicken and shrimp with salt and pepper.
  • Sprinkle cornstarch over the chicken and shrimp, ensuring they are fully coated.
  • Add the coated chicken to the skillet and cook until it turns slightly golden, about 2 minutes per side.
  • Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside.
  • In the same skillet, add the shrimp and cook until they turn slightly pink, about 2 minutes per side.
  • Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set them aside.
  • In a small saucepan, combine 2 tablespoons of water, 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, 1 teaspoon of lime juice, 1/4 cup of peanut butter, 1 tablespoon of sugar, 1 teaspoon of rice vinegar, and 1/8 teaspoon of red pepper flakes.
  • Heat the mixture over medium heat until it gently bubbles, stirring constantly to ensure a smooth blend.
  • Cover the saucepan and remove it from the heat, letting the flavors meld together.

Notes

  • It literally took me only three minutes to prepare this peanut sauce. However, if you're short on time, you can use store-bought peanut sauce as a convenient alternative.
  • If you like it spicy, stir in some sriracha or cayenne pepper. Both are great for adding more heat.
  • Red pepper flakes are another excellent option to turn up the spice level.
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