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This recipe is for all crispy shrimp lovers! Low Carb Keto Bar Shrimp Make restaurant-style dishes low carb but retain all the creamy, spicy flavors. Serve this copy-paste shrimp recipe as an appetizer, lettuce tacos, or a simple salad—there’s no wrong way to enjoy them!The sauce goes well too Coconut Shrimp.
What is Bang Bang Shrimp?
Bang bang prawns are a popular dish at Bonefish Grill (although you may have had a similar dish at Cheesecake Factory, dynamite prawns). It consists of crispy fried shrimp coated in a creamy hot sauce and is usually served with tortillas.
Why You’ll Love This Keto Bang Bang Shrimp Recipe
- Sweet and spicy
- Crispy Bread with Cream Sauce
- Easy one-step batter (no dredging, dip in egg, dip in coating alone!)
- Ready in 15 minutes
- Only 4.6 grams of carbs and 2.2 grams of net carbs per serving
- The perfect healthy appetizer or main course
ingredients you need
This section explains how to choose the best ingredients for keto-friendly shrimp sticks, the role of each in the recipe, and substitution options. See recipe card below for measurements.
For Keto Bang Bang Shrimp Paste:
- Besti Luo Han Guo Powder Allulose Blend – Easily dissolve in bang bang sauce for the perfect sweetness with 0g net carbs.you can change to other keto sweetener, but most others (like Swerve or Lakanto) won’t dissolve either and may crystallize if you make the sauce ahead of time. If you do use another sweetener, make sure it’s in powder form.
- Avocado Oil Mayonnaise – Use store-bought varieties, or make Homemade Avocado Oil Mayonnaise.
- Chili Garlic Sauce – This Vietnamese sauce is a blend of coarsely ground chili peppers and garlic and is often used in Asian dishes. Unlike sweet chili sauce, this one has no added sugar. (If you’re a big garlic fan, you can also add some garlic powder to the sauce.)
- Sriracha – Increase the heat. Adjust to your liking.
For the breaded shrimp:
- Wholesome Yum Flour – Almond powder and coconut powder Mix together to increase the consistency and crispness of the batter. I personally curated Wholesome Yum brand flour to have the best consistency and the right moisture content to give your crumbs the best texture.
- Whey Protein Powder – another important flour and cornstarch substitute Used to create a light, crisp texture. Unfortunately, other protein powders I’ve tried (like egg white protein or collagen) have had different results and the texture ends up being chewy instead of light and crunchy.
- Egg – Let the batter combine with the shrimp. Use whole large eggs. flax eggs Might work as a substitute, but I haven’t tried it yet.
- soda water – Trap air bubbles in the batter for a lighter, crispier texture. Make sure your soda has no flavor.
- shrimp – Use medium sized, peeled, pitted shrimp, preferably tailed, for the best flavor.You can learn more about choosing shrimp on my website Garlic Butter Shrimp postal. If you or any family member doesn’t like shrimp, you can also substitute small pieces of chicken for the same dish.
- salt and pepper
- Avocado Oil – This is my preferred oil for high heat frying, but use your favorite neutral oil that is safe for high heat. Olive oil is another good option.

How to Make Keto Stick Shrimp
This section shows how to make Bang Bang Shrimp Keto, with step-by-step photos and details about the technique. See the recipe card below for full instructions.
- Make the sauce. Add the low carb stick shrimp paste ingredients to the bowl and toss to combine. shelved.

- Make the batter. Combine protein powder, flour, sea salt and black pepper in a shallow bowl. Add the beaten eggs and soda water. Stir until fully combined. Meanwhile, heat avocado oil in a Dutch oven (or large, heavy skillet or skillet) to 350 degrees.


- saute. Dip the shrimp into the batter mixture to coat, letting the excess drip off, then add a layer to the hot oil. Fry, remove with a slotted spoon, and blot dry with paper towels. Repeat with remaining shrimp.


- end. Toss the fried shrimp in a sugar-free lollipop sauce and top with fresh chives if desired.

Frequently Asked Questions
Do Bang Bang prawns have dairy?
Some recipes for this dish do contain dairy, as many stick shrimp recipes use buttermilk to coat the shrimp. Be sure to read the ingredient list to be sure.
This healthy stick shrimp also contains dairy, as the whey protein they use to crisp the shrimp contains lactose.
Is Bang Bang shrimp spicy?
These shrimp are spicy and perfectly balanced with the creamy sauce. If you like spicy dishes, you will love these shrimp!
Are Bang Bang Shrimp Gluten Free?
Bonefish Grill bang bang shrimp is gluten-free, and many versions of the recipe contain gluten-containing ingredients. However, this low-carb shrimp bar is naturally gluten-free!
Storage Instructions
- Shop: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. If you know you’ll have extra, store the shrimp and sauce separately.
- Reheat: Reheat in a 350°F oven until warm.
- freeze: Keto bang bang shrimp paste doesn’t freeze well, but you can freeze breaded shrimp if you want. Spread on a parchment-lined baking sheet and refrigerate until set, then transfer to a freezer bag and freeze for up to 3 months.

What to Serve with Low-Carb Bar Shrimp
There are so many delicious ways to serve these shrimp! Try these pairing ideas:
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Keto Bang Bang Shrimp
Keto bang bang shrimp is a crispy, creamy and spicy dish inspired by Bonefish Grill. Make Low Carb Shrimp Bars in just 15 minutes with just 2.2 grams of net carbs.
Prepare: 5 minute
Cook: 10 minute
All: 15 minute
Serving Size: 4 (Adjust the scale recipe)
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Keto Bar Sauce:
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Combine mayonnaise, chili garlic sauce, sriracha and sweetener in a small bowl. Stir the ingredients until the lollipops are fully incorporated. shelved.
Bang Bang Shrimp:
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In a large bowl, combine whey protein powder, almond flour, coconut flour, sea salt and ground black pepper. Add the beaten eggs and soda water. Stir until the batter is completely combined.
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add avocado oil dutch oven and heat to 350°F (176°C).
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Dip the shrimp into the batter to coat. Let the excess batter drip off, then add the shrimp in a single layer to the hot oil.hype 2 minutes each side.delete colander Drain the water with a paper towel. Working in batches, repeat with remaining shrimp.
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Toss the cooked shrimp into the tomato sauce and serve.
recipe notes
Serving Size: 1/4 of the entire recipe
nutrient content
Amount per serving. Serving Sizes in Recipe Instructions Above.
Calories 309
fat 25.7 g
protein 15 grams
total carbohydrates 4.6G
net carbs 2.2g
fiber 2.4G
sugar 0.9g
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