Can I use smaller shrimp for this recipe?

Absolutely! Medium or even small shrimp work well too. Just reduce the cooking time accordingly, as smaller shrimp cook faster. They'll typically need only 1-2 minutes per side instead of 3.

Is there a substitute for the PB2 powder?

If you don't have PB2, you can use a teaspoon of regular peanut butter instead. For a nut-free version, simply omit it or add a dash of sesame oil for a similar nutty flavor.

Can I make this dish ahead for a party?

The sauce can be prepared up to 2 days ahead and stored in the refrigerator. I recommend cooking the shrimp fresh and combining with the sauce just before serving for the best texture. If needed, you can cook the shrimp an hour ahead and reheat gently with the sauce.

How spicy is this dish really?

With 1/4 tablespoon of sriracha, the heat level is quite mild - just enough to notice but not overwhelming. At 1 full tablespoon, you'll definitely feel the heat! Start with less and add more to taste if you're unsure about your spice tolerance.

Boom Boom Shrimp Recipe

Name: Boom Boom Shrimp Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 lbs. jumbo shrimp, raw (frozen or fresh); 3/4 cup light mayonnaise; 1/2 cup Sweet Chili Sauce (140g); 1/4 cup Ketchup (70g); 1/4 – 1 Tbsp Sriracha (more or less to taste); 1/4 tsp garlic powder; 2 Tbsp PB2 Peanut Butter Powder (13g)

Description

Boom Boom Shrimp is a quick, flavor-packed dish of sautéed jumbo shrimp tossed in a creamy, spicy, and sweet sauce. This recipe combines succulent shrimp with a sauce made from mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, ketchup, Sriracha, garlic powder, and peanut butter powder for a delicious appetizer or main course ready in just 20 minutes.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

2 lbs. jumbo shrimp, raw (frozen or fresh)

Sauce

3/4 cup light mayonnaise
1/2 cup Sweet Chili Sauce (140g)
1/4 cup Ketchup (70g)
1/4 – 1 Tbsp Sriracha (more or less to taste)
1/4 tsp garlic powder
2 Tbsp PB2 Peanut Butter Powder (13g)

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Instructions

Prepare the Shrimp – If using frozen shrimp, place them in a large bowl and cover with room temperature water. Allow the shrimp to fully defrost. Once defrosted, remove the shells and tails, then pat the shrimp dry with paper towels.
Cook the Shrimp – Heat a pan over medium heat and spray with nonstick spray. Add the shelled and cleaned shrimp to the pan in a single layer. Cook the shrimp for about 3 minutes per side, or until they turn pink and are cooked through.
Make the Sauce – In a separate bowl, combine the light mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, ketchup, Sriracha (to taste), garlic powder, and PB2 peanut butter powder. Mix until smooth and well-blended.
Toss Shrimp in Sauce – Once the shrimp are cooked, drain any excess liquid from the pan. Pour the prepared sauce over the shrimp directly in the pan.
Simmer and Serve – Cook the shrimp and sauce together for a few minutes, just enough to warm the sauce and allow it to thicken slightly. Serve immediately while hot.

Notes

Nutrition information is estimated and may vary with substitutions.
You will have excess sauce; feel free to use it for dipping or extra drizzle.
For the most accurate serving size, weigh the finished dish and divide by 6 servings.

Nutrition

Serving Size: About 6 shrimp per serving
Calories: 225
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 700mg
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 1.5g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 14g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 22g
Cholesterol: 180mg