Need the perfect sauce that makes everything taste amazing? Our Bang Bang sauce is the creamy, sweet-spicy magic that transforms ordinary dishes into crave-worthy favorites.
We use this sauce on everything – from our popular bang bang shrimp to crispy chicken bites, and honestly, we’ve caught ourselves dipping fries in it too. The balance of creamy mayo, sweet chili sauce, and just enough sriracha heat creates this addictive flavor that keeps you coming back for more. It takes literally two minutes to whip up, but the impact on your meals is huge.
Whether you’re looking to jazz up seafood, chicken, or even vegetables, this sauce is your secret weapon. Make a batch and keep it in the fridge – you’ll find yourself reaching for it way more than you expected.
🔪 Ingredients You’ll Need for Bang Bang sauce
- Mayonnaise
- Sweet chili sauce
- Sriracha
- Honey
- Salt & black pepper
- Chopped green onions, for garnish
Equipment
- Small mixing bowl
- Whisk or spoon
📝 Step-by-Step Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, and honey until smooth.
- Season with salt and black pepper.
- Garnish with green onions and serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to use.
🔄 Substitutions & Variations
- Swap mayo for Greek yogurt for a lighter version.
- Use agave instead of honey for a vegan-friendly option.
- Add a pinch of cayenne for extra heat.
💡 Meat Nerd Tips
- Use full-fat mayo for the richest, creamiest sauce.
- Adjust the spice level by adding more or less sriracha.
- A squeeze of lime juice brightens the flavor if you want more tang.
🍽️ How to Use Bang Bang Sauce
- Serve with bang bang chicken bites, salmon bites, or crispy air fryer shrimp.
- Drizzle over tacos, grain bowls, or salads.
- Serve as a dipping sauce for fries, wings, or roasted veggies.
🧊 Storage
- Fridge: Store Bang Bang Sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Stir before serving: It may separate slightly—just give it a quick whisk to bring it back together.
- Make ahead: Great for meal prep—make it a day or two in advance and keep chilled until ready to use.
- Don’t freeze: Mayonnaise-based sauces don’t freeze well and can break when thawed.
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Bang Bang Sauce Recipe (Quick & Easy)
Recommended Equipment
- small bowl
- Whisk
Ingredients
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 3 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
- 2 teaspoons sriracha
- 1 tablespoon honey
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- Chopped green onions to garnish
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk the mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, and honey until smooth.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days and use as a dipping sauce on shrimp, salmon bites, chicken and veggies
Notes
- Adjust spice level with more/less sriracha.
- Swap half the mayo for Greek yogurt for a lighter version.
- A squeeze of lime juice brightens the flavor.
Nutrition
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❓ FAQs About Bang Bang Sauce
It has a mild kick from sriracha, but the sweet chili sauce balances it out.
Yes! It keeps well in the fridge for several days, making it great for meal prep.
It’s creamy, slightly sweet, and lightly spicy sauce – a perfect balance of flavors.
