Month: August 2013

Herb Seasoning for Olive Oil Dipping

Fall is in the air.  I just love this time of year.  Days are still warm but the nights are starting to cool off.  I was on the deck the other night watering plants and three different flocks of geese flew over.  And I’m not 

Wholesome and Delicious Focaccia Bread

As the days grow shorter and the nights cooler, my thoughts naturally turn to baking.  I know it’s just the beginning of August but for some reason, the weather in my neck of the woods seems to be saying “bake”.  I love to make fresh, 

Knock Your Socks Off Shrimp (a.k.a. Bang Bang Shrimp)

This recipe is very similar to Bang Bang Shrimp from Bonefish Grill.  I love their shrimp and I love this recipe.  I show it here on a bed of mixed greens so it makes a meal.  I will warn you though – this could end up being your favorite recipe.  For an appetizer, just omit the greens.

Knock Your Socks off Shrimp 1

Knock Your Socks Off Shrimp

1 c cornstarch

salt and pepper to taste

shrimp (peeled and deveined)  I used the colossal

1 c mayonnaise

1/3 c chili garlic sauce

1 T Sriracha sauce

2 t dill relish

a dash of Worcestershire sauce

a dash of garlic powder

diced green onion (the green part) optional

In a medium bowl, combine the cornstarch, salt and pepper.  Add the shrimp and coat well.

In a medium skillet, heat enough oil to cover the bottom of the skillet by 1/2 inch.  When the oil is hot, carefully lower the coated shrimp into the oil and cook for 3 – 4 minutes per side (this depends on the size of the shrimp) or until golden brown.  Remove to drain on a paper towel.

In a medium bowl, combine the mayonnaise, chili garlic sauce, Sriracha sauce, relish, Worcestershire sauce, and garlic powder.  Mix well.  Add the shrimp and coat evenly.  Place the shrimp on a bed of mixed greens and garnish with the green onion.  Serve immediately.