This homemade Bang Bang sauce delivers a sweet-and-spicy punch that elevates everything from crispy shrimp to chicken tenders. With just three simple ingredients, you can whip up a flavorful dipping sauce in minutes.
If you’ve been hunting for the perfect sauce for shrimp or chicken, this is it. Bang Bang sauce captures a tangy chili sweetness balanced with creamy mayo and a touch of heat.
This simple mixture is an easy way to recreate the flavor many people love from popular restaurant appetizers. It takes less than a minute to prepare and adds a big flavor boost to any bite.
The basic combination of sweet chili sauce, mayonnaise, and sriracha makes this recipe fast, versatile, and ideal for drizzling or dipping. Adjust the sriracha to taste for more or less heat.
See the recipe card below for exact ingredient amounts and full instructions.
Ingredient Notes
- Mayonnaise – Use your preferred mayo. Vegan or keto-friendly mayo work well as substitutes. Duke’s or Japanese kewpie mayo creates a richer, creamier sauce.
- Sweet chili sauce – Thai sweet chili sauce is traditional, but garlic chili sauce or a homemade sweet chili substitute will work. For texture, try chili crunch in place of the sauce.
- Sriracha – If sriracha isn’t available, substitute your favorite hot sauce such as Frank’s RedHot. Adjust quantity to control heat.
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How To Make Bang Bang Sauce
- Add all three ingredients to a small bowl and whisk until smooth and fully combined.
- Cover and refrigerate until ready to use. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Refer to the recipe card below for the full recipe and measurements.
Storage
Store the sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 10 days. Stir well before serving. Because the sauce contains mayonnaise, freezing is not recommended since texture can change and separate.
How To Use Bang Bang Sauce
This sauce adds an instant flavor upgrade to many dishes. It works great as a dip for coconut chicken tenders, fries, asparagus fries, tater tots, or potato wedges. Use it on shrimp, fish tacos, roasted vegetables, or as a spread on sandwiches and burgers.
It’s similar to a spicy mayo and can be used anywhere you want a sweet-chili kick paired with creamy richness.
Recipe Tips & Tricks
- Add a sprinkle of garlic powder, red pepper flakes, or sliced green onion to seasoned dishes for extra flavor.
- For a lighter option, substitute Greek yogurt for some or all of the mayonnaise.
- If the sauce is too spicy, a splash of rice vinegar or rice wine vinegar can mellow the heat and brighten the flavor.
- Keep leftovers refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 10 days.
- The sweet chili sauce commonly used is similar to Mae Ploy Sweet Chili sauce.
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This bang bang sauce blends sweet chili, creamy mayonnaise, and spicy sriracha to create a versatile condiment for meats, pasta, and vegetables.
Bang Bang Sauce
Equipment
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Whisk
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Mixing bowl
Ingredients
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce
- 2 teaspoons sriracha
Instructions
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Combine the mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, and sriracha in a bowl and whisk until smooth.
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Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
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Enjoy!
Notes
- For extra seasoning, top dishes with garlic powder, red chili flakes, or green onions.
- Substitute Greek yogurt for mayonnaise to reduce calories and add tang.
- If the sauce is too hot, add a splash of rice vinegar to tone down the heat.
- Store leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 10 days.
- The sweet chili sauce commonly used is similar to Mae Ploy Sweet Chili sauce.
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