Bang Bang Sauce (Bonefish Grill Copycat)

Sweet, spicy and oh so creamy Bang Bang Sauce is ready in less than five minutes with one bowl and a whisk. 

Plus, you need a selection of five-minute sauces like this Yum Yum Sauce and 5 Minutes Remoulade Sauce.to hand as it is the quickest and easiest way to add variety to your every day meals!

What is Bang Bang Sauce

So what exactly is this sauce? It is a creamy savory sweet mayo-based sauce that is famous for being served alongside fried or grilled shrimp in restaurants such as Bonefish Grill.

This is going to be your go-to dipping sauce for fried shrimp and seafood but also crispy veggies, french fries, salads, sandwiches, wraps, grilled meats and veggies, drizzled over tacos and so much more.

My favorite way to have this Sauce is with this Air Fryer Grilled Shrimp and crispy French Fries and Instant Pot Chicken Breast.

Why You Will Love This

• Super easy homemade takeout sauce that’s ready in just 5 minutes.
• You need only a few pantry ingredients to make this sauce.
• Great make ahead sauce and easy to double or triple.
• This is a very versatile sauce; it can go on anything.
• It is gluten-free.

This awesome condiment is going to have a regular spot in your fridge! So let’s get started on how to make the best easy Bang Bang Shrimp Sauce recipe at home!

Tools To Make This

• Mixing bowls (multi-purpose and soooo useful)
• Whisk.
• Mason jars for storing.

Ingredients……

Copycat Bonefish Grill Bang Bang Sauce is surprisingly easy to make. You only need 5 ingredients and they’re all items you probably already have in your pantry.

• mayonnaise – full fat, but low fat would work too.
• siracha sauce.
• Sweet chili sauce.
• Honey – runny is best.
• Lemon juice (or vinegar).

How To Make Bang Bang Sauce At Home 

1. Add all the ingredients to a mixing bowl.
2. Grab a whisk or fork and whisk it together till smooth. 

Folks, it is so good that sometimes I just eat it straight from the bowl! #foodconfession

Expert Recipe Tips

• This is a basic sauce, feel free to adjust ingredients as necessary.
• I prefer it slightly tangier so I double up the lemon juice.
• A pinch of lemon zest works wonders too.

Delicious Ways To Change It Up

Here are some delicious ways to change up this easy sauce:

• Swap the heat – Use franks hot sauce or other chili sauces to your preference.
• Reduce the heat – reduce the amount of siracha or skip it altogether and replace it with extra mild sweet chili sauce.
• Add smoky flavor – add in some smoked paprika for extra flavor.
• Add other flavors – garlic powder, onion powder make great additions.

Storage

This sauce very versatile, easily adaptable, and can be used with any meal, any time of the day, all year long. It is super easy to make as and when you need it but can be made ahead too.

•  Store – Make ahead and store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 7 days. Due to it being mayo-based, do not let it sit out at room temperature for too long.

FAQ’s

Make A Lighter Version

If you prefer a lighter version of this then you can make it in one of two ways. First is you can use a lighter reduced fat mayonnaise. Alternatively, you can substitute the mayonnaise for Greek yogurt.

Make It Vegan

Yes – swap the regular mayonnaise for vegan mayonnaise and use maple syrup instead of honey.

Can You Freeze It?

No, because the sauce has mayonnaise, I would not suggest freezing it.

Other Quick Sauces 

• 5 Minutes Benihana Ginger Sauce.
• 5 Minutes Yum Yum Sauce.
• 5 Minutes Lemon Butter Sauce.
• 5 Minutes Basil Pesto Sauce.
• 5 Minutes Honey Mustard Sauce.
• 5 Minutes Remoulade Sauce.
• 5 Minutes Ramps Pesto.
• 5 Really Easy Sauces.

Serving Suggestions

• Air Fryer Grilled Shrimp.
• Air Fryer French Fries.
• Salmon Croquettes.
• Air Fryer Steak.
• Crockpot Mashed Potatoes.

Weight Watchers Points

There are 5 Blue Plan SmartPoints in one serving of this delicious Hibachi style sauce.

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