Copycat Bonefish Grill's Bang Bang Shrimp Recipe | CDKitchen.com (2024)

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1. N C Neal REVIEW:
   March 14, 2020

   shrimp come out great every time... we've tried this over rice, over riced cauliflower, with scallions or chives on top... great every way !!

2. Copy Cat Queen REVIEW:
   December 1, 2018

   Our nearest BFG closed a few years ago, which prompted my search for the recipe. I added the 3 ingredients ( splash of white vinegar, garlic purée, and fresh lemon juice*2) I use a entire jar of mayo to make a large batch of sauce. It refrig’s well and actually taste better later. The kids eat it on chicken, fries, hotdogs, sandwiches, noodles👀..they never cease to amaze me. My family and friends LOVE it!!

3. Stu REVIEW:
   May 20, 2018

   As shown, it has too much of a mayo flavor. Had to add a lot more chili sauce. Also added a TBSP Huy Fong Foods Chili Garlic Sauce.

4. Jgildea REVIEW:
   August 30, 2017

   3 drops sriracha? No way, lots more! Love me some sriracha. Good recipe. I thought it was quite similar to BFG.

5. Nairotci REVIEW:
   August 8, 2017

   I love this and have made it many times. The first time I made it, my husband said it wasn't as good as the restaurant and he declined to enjoy it with me! WhooHoo! Music to my ears! I got to eat them all! Don't even bother offering it to him anymore. Just enjoy them by myself. Yum!

6. Suz325xi REVIEW:
   February 1, 2017

   Love Bonefish Bang Bang Shrimp, so was curious to see if this was even close. Followed Bonefishserver's suggestions, except reduced mayo to 1/2 cup, and used 2lbs shrimp. I had plenty of sauce, and my whole family agreed that it was indistinguishable from Bonefish! Thank you for posting this; it will be my go to recipe from now on!

7. Bang Bang Bang REVIEW:
   November 30, 2016

   This recipe is great. I added red pepper flakes, fresh minced garlic, cilantro, onion powder, lime juice...Yummy!!!!

8. DangerousCook REVIEW:
   November 22, 2016

   This is pretty close to Bonefish grill's recipe I think. I liked the spicy mayo mixture. I think that would be good with deepfried/breaded shrimp too.

9. TTracey REVIEW:
   October 20, 2016

   Easy recipe. I did add more sriracha though because three drops is nowhere near enough! Go spicy or go home :P

10. sash777 REVIEW:
    August 25, 2016

    Remember that scene with Meg Ryan in When Harry Met Sally (you know the one I'm talking about!)? That was me after eating this recipe.

11. Guest REVIEW:
    July 16, 2016

    I tried what bonefishserver said in his recipe with the Huy Fong chili-garlic sauceand no Sriracha. We also put them into soft taco or tortillas with some shredded lettuce. It was just like the resturants bang bang shrimp Tacos! In fact I like them better at home!

12. Tilleygirl REVIEW:
    April 17, 2016

    SO easy and so delicious. This will be my new go-to recipe to impress guests!

13. $am March 30, 2015

    I ate this dish at a Cajun festival on march 28 2015 I know I ate more then anyone else it is great already purchased the different products to make it .

14. KitchenCrafty REVIEW:
    March 20, 2015

    We love the Bang Bang shrimp at Bonefish Grill. We no longer live near one, but wanted to make it at home. This recipe is spot on. We like that we can adjust the "hotness" to our liking. Only bad part is, we can make more and more.

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15. Food Snob REVIEW:
    March 8, 2015

    Adjusted it to the way bonefishserver suggested in the comments & it was amazing. Just like the restaurant.

16. Wife's fav REVIEW:
    February 26, 2015

    I had the Bonefish version several years ago and it was very good. Found this recipe and have made it a number of times. I cook quite a bit, and this is on the wife's top 5 list. We have adjusted things along the way, and add more sriracha because we prefer spicy, and even toss in a little red pepper flake and fresh ground black pepper. We do use the Mae Ploy brand sweet chili sauce. Nothing short of 5-stars every time we make it.

17. Guest Foodie REVIEW:
    February 10, 2015

    I thought this recipe was not very close to Bonefish Grill's Bang Bang I was just at Bonefish and the two would not compare. I am trying this again an adjusting the recipe

18. Meri REVIEW:
    February 9, 2015

    This was outstanding! And so close to what we get at Bonefish. How did I not see this recipe before now? Saved it to my recipe box.

19. Barb REVIEW:
    November 2, 2014

    My husband & I love the Bonefish version and this was VERY close. Delicious. I added extra hot sauce and an extra spoon of the sweet chili sauce.

20. Toni REVIEW:
    October 24, 2014

    I've used this recipe twice and love it. I don't understand the people that say too much mayo - ok add less mayo and more chili sauce . Duh...

21. Ang REVIEW:
    October 12, 2014

    Awesome and easy, makes a really nice main course!

22. emilybaker REVIEW:
    September 18, 2014

    Recipe is outstanding! I cut the fat a bit by using fat free mayo and gave it a little extra squirt of sriracha.

23. EmerilVOL REVIEW:
    September 15, 2014

    When I cook this recipe (which I love) I added just a couple of tablespoons of flour to the cornstarch and then coated the shrimp in a plastic bag and let them rest in the fridge for about an hour. Will make all the difference in the world to the browning in the oil. Make sure to cook for about a minute or two and no more and have your oil at 350 to 375 for the best results. I also say use Mayo rather than miracle whip. This is a great copycat of the Bang Bang Shrimp recipe.

24. Amanda REVIEW:
    August 23, 2014

    Wonderful, my boyfriend and I love bang bang shrimp from bonefish... This was delicious.... It almost taste exactly the same.

25. jwalenta REVIEW:
    August 7, 2014

    Have made this a number of times and the wife absolutely loves it. It's hard to stop eating it !! We use Mae Ploy brand sauce for the base. Also, we do about 2 pounds of shrimp and the sauce recipe as written is plenty.

26. Guest Foodie June 9, 2014

    what kind of oil should i use?

27. former employee REVIEW:
    May 23, 2014

    this is not the original recipe it is missing at least three ingredients...a dash of white vinegar and lemon juice and a red pepper and garlic puree

28. Ruth B REVIEW:
    March 22, 2014

    Loved it!!!!

29. Guest Foodie REVIEW:
    March 22, 2014

    My best friend this recipe and it was wonderful. Loved it.

30. mom2boys REVIEW:
    March 20, 2014

    This was so good and worth keeping

31. Neal REVIEW:
    March 16, 2014

    We love it... we are lucky to live where we can get fresh North Carolina wild-caught shrimp and we're always excited to try new recipes. This one is a keeper! Wonder why Bubba didn't mention this one in "Forest Gump?"

32. velt smith REVIEW:
    March 5, 2014

    excellent starter

33. Mike REVIEW:
    March 1, 2014

    Love this recipe, i've been making it for about a year and a half now and it never gets old, i like to give the shrimp an egg wash also

34. Liz REVIEW:
    February 20, 2014

    What did I do wrong? My shrimp are not browning. The oil is definitely hot. I've fried stuff before but never coated in cornstarch. Please help!

35. Guest Foodie REVIEW:
    January 31, 2014

    Very easy and taste just like Bonefish!

36. Em REVIEW:
    January 10, 2014

    I told my husband that we were having Bonefish Grill for dinner and he was excited that we were going out for dinner. Then I presented this and he couldn't believe I made it because it's so close to the restaurant. In fact, he even doubted for a minute that I made it and wondered if I'd gotten it as a to go order! I still like going to the restaurant but this recipe will hold me over in between visits.

37. Guest Foodie REVIEW:
    December 22, 2013

    LOVE LOVE LOVE this recipe!!! IT's just like Bonefish Grill! I've tried some of the other internet versions and this is the closest. BTW, there is a blog that almost completely copied this recipe but they messed up the sauce in trying to make it "theirs" and it didn't taste anything like this one.

38. PhantomPho REVIEW:
    December 12, 2013

    I had no problems finding the ingredients and this was really easy to make!

39. Chris H REVIEW:
    November 13, 2013

    I use this sauce ALL the time! LITERALLY, ALL THE TIME!!! Great dip for chicken nuggets or covering sauce for chicken breast. Mix in a pound of hamburger and serve over noodles or rice. I've even found a way to incorporate it into hamburgers I throw on the grill! Top notch recipe!!!

40. Joyce REVIEW:
    November 7, 2013

    Made this last night, served with white rice and Caesar salad......incredible, this recipe is sooooo delicious and a very big hit at our dinner table.

41. doyle REVIEW:
    November 6, 2013

    I've never eaten at Bonefish Grill but this recipe is really delicious. I love the mayo sauce! I think that would be good with other fried foods too.

42. Kurtz REVIEW:
    October 24, 2013

    Great recipe, I was blown away at how exact the finished product tasted. Like all recipes, you may need to adjust it to your liking because all of our taste buds are different, but in my opinion, a spot on replication. Thanks!!!

43. Guest Foodie REVIEW:
    October 8, 2013

    I could eat this every day it is so good!

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44. chrizzyababy REVIEW:
    October 7, 2013

    I just made this and cut 1\2, about fourteen large raw The mayo 1\4 cup and added the rest to taste. I used fresh spinach instead of lettuce.. yum yum yum for dinner two :P

45. lkgmadmax REVIEW:
    September 11, 2013

    A fantastic recipe, I never get tired of it!!! Everyone who has tried it loves it as well. The only thing I modify is the Sriracha, I use 2.5 teaspoons, I like a little kick :)

46. Guest REVIEW:
    July 21, 2013

    This recipe is the exceptional! I followed it exactly and was very pleased with the outcome. My husband said it tasted just like the restaurant's version and asked that I please make it again!!

47. tncy123 REVIEW:
    June 17, 2013

    this recipe is just like the orginal "Bonefish Grill's Bang Bang Shrimp" you gotta try it, no need to look any furhter for the famous bang bang shrimp recipe... enjoy

48. bonefishserver June 1, 2013

    i work at bonefish and make the bang sauce myself. when i make it at home i use a cup of mayo, a little more than 1/4 cup of huy fong brand chili garlic sauce, a little less than 1/4 cup of thai sweet chili sauce, a tbsp of lemon juice and a tbsp of white vinegar. those are the only ingredients in the recipe. i've adjusted the measurements a bit since i'm used to making it by the gallon, but def don't mistake the chili garlic sauce with siracha. you won't get the same flavor profile.

49. lucy REVIEW:
    May 27, 2013

    this recipe is to die for..awesome..

50. Max723 April 26, 2013

    This is nothing like I remember Bang Bang Shrimp at Bonefish. Way too much mayo in this recipe. The recipe in the restaurant is more of a honey glaze.

51. Spicky REVIEW:
    April 17, 2013

    It tasted like there was too much mayoStill declious But could be twerked or A fault on my endAny suggestions

52. Sunny REVIEW:
    March 30, 2013

    If you don't love this you did something wrong. When frying something with just cornstarch you must let it sit for a couple of minutes. toss the shrimp and cornstarch before you do anything else. Make sure the oil is at 350 and I cooked mine for less than a minute - overcooked shrimp is yuck. Also, here in the south we have Dukes and Blue Plate mayo. I wouldn't use Helmens or Miracle Whip, find a nice QUALITY mayonnaise or the flavor will be off.

53. MRMick REVIEW:
    March 29, 2013

    Excellent recipe. The only thing I did was do add significantly more Sriracha sauce. Big raves by the whole family. Wife says, "We need to have Bang Bang Shrimp more often." Thank you.

54. SJMom March 21, 2013

    You can mix in spring mix/mesclun greens with hearts of romaine, even though the salad is treated as a garnish it actually tastes really good with the shrimp and also brings down the heat in the dish. When I want to make it a meal, I warm some flour tortillas to make bang bang tacos, serve the greens as shredded lettuce, and make an avocado crema by mixing in fresh pureed avocado with sour cream, cumin, cayenne/hot sauce and salt. Delicious and it also allows you to extend the recipe.

55. Guest Foodie March 12, 2013

    Awesome! I added a smidge of peanut butter, lemon and vinegar, and it was totally impressed with the result. I also pan fried in a mix of canola and coconut oils. Loved it! Thanks for all the suggestions!

56. Bang Bang REVIEW:
    March 11, 2013

    I prepared this recipe with popcorn chicken as I don't like shrimp. It was fantastic!! In fact, I found it to be even better than Bonefish Grill's version. I would highly recommend the recipe!

57. Sandman REVIEW:
    December 31, 2012

    This is great! To make it faster and easier I made the sauce and just used frozen breaded popcorn shrimp. I also use it with frozen popcorn chicken. Kids love it and it is a fast easy party snack.

58. cheffy78 REVIEW:
    October 21, 2012

    this was really good, i've never tried the actual bigbang shrimp from bonefish but i've always wanted to try out this recipe. it is really good! do not bother making panko/tempura batter, cornstarch works just as good. it makes it very crunchy! i eyeballed everything, but i halved the recipe (since i was making a small batch) and put extra thai chili sauce. if you hate mayonnaise like i do and worried that this will taste just like it (like i was).. it doesn't!

59. Guest Foodie September 8, 2012

    This recipe in close to the restaurant version but it tasteMuch better with Mae ploes sweet chili sauce. When I made it and then we returned to bonefish grillWe realized that thiers was not as tasty. The augratin potatoes are my next Challenge . They are so amazing four cheesesAnd potato chips . That's a start !!!'

60. Guest Foodie REVIEW:
    September 8, 2012

    Made this tonight and it was FANTASTIC! Only deviation was marinated the shrimp overnight in garlic infused olive oil. The corn starch put a nice crisp on the shrimp and it was great. Wife loved it and she is a picky eater. Great recipe!!

61. Guest Foodie REVIEW:
    August 30, 2012

    Wow! This is so close to what's served at the restaurant.Because my hubby is prone to gout he has to avoid eating shrimp so when I made this a second time I substituted small pieces of skinless, boneless chicken breast. It was also yummy.

62. sf July 4, 2012

    If you want to get really close, and I mean right on, try this:For 4 servings:1 cup mayonaise3 tablespoons "rooster brand" chili garlic sauce1 tablespoon sweet thai chili sauce1&1/2 teaspoons concentrated lemon juice3/4 teaspoons white vinegar

63. Squeaker REVIEW:
    June 29, 2012

    One word delicious! Being a hardcore Bang Bang Shrimp fan this got pretty darn close. It was not perfect, but with some doctoring from the original recipe equalled in a pretty tasty result! I did not try the peanut butter, I DID try adding several drops of LEMON JUICE and about 1/2 tbs to 1 tbs of WHITE VINEGAR... This seemed to make the taste more true to Bonefishes recipe. It also helped neutralize the sweet taste between the mayonnaise and sweet chili sauce.

64. Spoonman June 24, 2012

    I know someone who works at bonefish grill and they said that the recipie posted here is missing vinegar and lemon juice. (they would not say in what amounts)

65. Cat May 24, 2012

    Sriracha is also called 'rooster sauce' because it has a rooster on the bottle.

66. Dre May 12, 2012

    If you make this, start with the chili sauces and SLOWLY add the mayo, a bit at a time. I started with the mayo and had to keep adding chili sauce bc the mayo was too strong.ended up with a ton of sauce left over.

67. Hula girl at heart REVIEW:
    May 10, 2012

    This was so easy to make. I will make this again!

68. So NOT a chef REVIEW:
    April 25, 2012

    Made this shrimp recipe for a girls bunko gathering and it was a big hit. Several ladies asked for the recipe and for me the best part was how easy it was to make as I am culinarily challenged;)

69. Browning007 REVIEW:
    March 9, 2012

    I have made a variation of this recipe for years, i use equal parts thai chili and mayo though. Another cool thing to do is make a sort of pasta with it. mix equal parts mayo and thai chili sauce (heat in microwave or stove to "thin" the sauce a bit) boil up a batch of noodles (spaghetti, linguini etc) and cook up some shrimp. mix em all together for what we call at my house "bang bang pasta" it is GLORIOUS, and a great way to turn the appetizer into a whole meal! youre welcome in advance!

70. doyle REVIEW:
    July 23, 2011

    I used less mayo like some of the reviews indicated and it tasted pretty close to Bonefish's shrimp

71. Nik REVIEW:
    July 9, 2011

    The sauce is right on. However, I added much more than a few drops of Sriracha. I wouldn't say this recipe is exact as the shrimp lacked a fluffy/crispy exterior. I also added Peanut Satay. Can't wait to make it again.

72. lizaard REVIEW:
    June 29, 2011

    I turn this into a complete 1 bowl meal. I also lightened it up a little by using canola mayonnaise and instead of frying I bake in the oven. I dredge in the cornstarch, followed by egg beaters, then panko breadcrumbs. I mix in lightly steamed veggies. Tonight it will be broccoli, cauliflower, and carrots and will serve over soba noodles. Also, the last time I made this for company I was afraid it would be too spicy so I tamed the sauce down with lite coconut milk and it was a hit!

73. love the bang bang REVIEW:
    April 27, 2011

    Probably the best Appetizer in the world!

74. Guest Foodie REVIEW:
    April 9, 2011

    great! the only thing is that the salad is not only lettuce. there is also purple cabbage (not sure what its called) and spinach

75. Momcooksalot REVIEW:
    April 8, 2011

    This recipe was wonderful!!! I wouldn't change a thing! The entire family loved it!!!

76. Guest Foodie REVIEW:
    April 3, 2011

    Tried it & loved it. The guy must work at Bonefish for it to be so close.

77. Tod56 REVIEW:
    March 22, 2011

    Perfect duplicate as humanly possible.

78. camper REVIEW:
    March 3, 2011

    That dog will hunt!

79. littlechef REVIEW:
    February 24, 2011

    my friend is a chef at bonefish and she says that this is the basic recipe that they use i made it for her and she said it tasted right on

80. TJ REVIEW:
    January 22, 2011

    Don't use flour. The panko is good and the satay is an upgrade. Great job!

81. Lucychef77 REVIEW:
    December 19, 2010

    I tried this recipe but I need to know if anyone tried serving this cold. I have to make this and bring it to a party. Is there any way to keep it warm to serve hours later?

82. RuffRoad REVIEW:
    November 21, 2010

    Fast, easy and delicious...it doesn't get any better than that. We ate at the Bonefish Grill just this past Friday and I couldn't wait to "imitate" this recipe. Adding a little bit of peanut butter (go easy, it doesn't take much) was an excellent suggestion by another reviewer. And my recommendation is to make the sauce in advance and let the flavors meld. Once you've prepared the shrimp then add the sauce and let that also sit a bit before serving. Enjoy!

83. joepho REVIEW:
    November 21, 2010

    Wow, I couldn't stoping eating these shrimp. I loved the simplicity of just coating in cornstarch, and was so amazed at how cruncy the shrimp were. I can't wait to do this for company.

84. Guest Foodie REVIEW:
    November 9, 2010

    Will keep making this again and again...it was delicious!!

85. pixey REVIEW:
    September 20, 2010

    Had this recipe recently for my birthday and it was THE best shrimp dish I've ever eaten. I loved the texture of the shrimp coating with the hot spicy sauce. I would'nt change anything.

86. nicolecbig7 REVIEW:
    September 13, 2010

    If u add with 3/4 teaspoon Corn starch:2 eggs3/4 cup milk3/4 cup flour3/4 teaspoon baking powder This makes a better batter and adds more flavor.One other thing I noticed, it doesn't say anything about what you do after you coat the deep fried shrimp. So I tried cooking them in a frying pan until sauce was a brighter orange color. Then after that it was more like Bonefish's Bang Bang Shrimp. But other than that it's was awesome!!!!

87. ken REVIEW:
    September 13, 2010

    this recipe is awesome! added yet another weapon in my battle for best family chef! i used the patay sauce. thanks so much!

88. jkotlar September 9, 2010

    I can't wait to make this. Which oil is best to fry the shrimp in?

89. Guest Foodie REVIEW:
    August 30, 2010

    A big hit also is using chicken in small pieces.

90. Kat REVIEW:
    August 17, 2010

    I love this stuff! Instead of topping with scallion, I top it with a little chopped pineapple.

91. Trish REVIEW:
    April 19, 2010

    It's a keeper. I tried 2 differant ways of prepairing the shrimp. One using a tempura batter great taste but very messy. Then I did as anoter reviewer said and did a panko coating. I think I liked that better. I also added alittle peanut butter, nice touch.

92. notbettycrocker REVIEW:
    April 10, 2010

    OMG!!! This receipe is right on, my boyfriend was skeptical, however, very shocked at the results. I have tried other receipes before that claim to be like the real thinga and aren't but this is one you just have to try for yourself. I used peanut oil to fry in. EXCELLENT and EASY!!!

93. Guest Foodie March 30, 2010

    I am pretty sure you got it right on, except for one small ingredient....If you ever notice the very slight peanut flavor in the restaurant shrimp, it's not peanut butter (although a teaspoon will suffice), but "Peanut Satay Sauce"(includes peanuts, coconut milk, cane sugar, lemongrass,ect.) I believe it is what gives the bang bang shrimp it's distinct and exotic taste! Give it a try :)

94. jenlovesfood December 22, 2009

    I really thought 1/2 cup of mayo was way too much. I used more of the Thai Sweet Chili Sauce, and a ton more than a few drops of the Sriracha Hot Chili Sauce. And I also used panko crumbs instead of corn starch. Makes it more crunchy.

95. bsomer9118 November 6, 2009

    when it says to "deep fat fry" - can that be done in a skillet with oil? Please advise

96. crf REVIEW:
    July 3, 2009

    this is an amazing recipe.

97. Shrimpy REVIEW:
    November 14, 2008

    This is right on the money. Very easy to make and it is very tasty.

98. princessm0m0 October 27, 2008

    Can you find the thai sweet chili sauce and sriracha hot chili sauce at publix? Or is it at a speciality store?

    • CDKitchen Staff Reply:

      We can find these products in the Asian section of our local grocery stores here. The larger stores should carry them.

99. jimmyb REVIEW:
    April 10, 2008

    this is right on!!! absolutely simple to make and absolutely delicious, tastes like the real thing!! have made it over and over in 3 weeks and also used scallops - just perfect!!!