{"id":106330,"date":"2026-02-23T12:07:19","date_gmt":"2026-02-23T12:07:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/neclink.com\/index.php\/2026\/02\/23\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-the-recipe-critic\/"},"modified":"2026-02-23T12:07:19","modified_gmt":"2026-02-23T12:07:19","slug":"bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-the-recipe-critic","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/neclink.com\/index.php\/2026\/02\/23\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-the-recipe-critic\/","title":{"rendered":"Bang Bang Shrimp Pasta | The Recipe Critic"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"aff-disc\">\n<p>This website may contain affiliate links and advertising so that we can provide recipes to you. Read my <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/privacy-policy\/\">disclosure policy<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"shared-counts-hidden-image-container\" style=\"display:none;\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"shared-counts-hidden-image\" data-pin-description=\"Looking for an easy shrimp pasta recipe? This Bang Bang Shrimp and Pasta combines juicy shrimp, creamy sweet heat sauce, and pasta for a quick 30 minute dinner that tastes better than takeout.\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-1.jpg\"\/><img width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-1.jpg\" class=\"shared-counts-hidden-image\" data-pin-description=\"Looking for an easy shrimp pasta recipe? This Bang Bang Shrimp and Pasta combines juicy shrimp, creamy sweet heat sauce, and pasta for a quick 30 minute dinner that tastes better than takeout.\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-1.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/div>\n<p><input class=\"jpibfi\" type=\"hidden\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Bang bang shrimp pasta is what weeknight <strong>dinner dreams<\/strong> are made of! Juicy shrimp, tender pasta, and that irresistible sweet-and-spicy bang bang sauce come together in <strong>just 20 minutes<\/strong>. It\u2019s <strong>creamy, bold<\/strong>, and guaranteed to be a hit.\u00a0<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-1-1200x1799.jpg\" alt=\"Plated bang bang shrimp pasta with gold spoon.\" class=\"wp-image-332501\" title=\"Bang bang shrimp pasta is what weeknight dinner dreams are made of! Juicy shrimp, tender pasta, and that irresistible sweet-and-spicy bang bang sauce come together in just 20 minutes. It\u2019s creamy, bold, and guaranteed to be a hit.\u00a0\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Bang Bang Shrimp Pasta\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-1-1200x1799.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-1-333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-1-1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-1-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-1-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<div class=\"block-tip cwp-inner cwp-large\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading block-tip__title\">Why This Recipe Is About to Be a Family Favorite<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Creamy with a Kick:<\/strong>\u00a0That bang bang sauce brings the perfect combo of sweet heat and creamy goodness. Just like my <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/bang-bang-salmon\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"267715\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\">Bang Bang Salmon<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/bang-bang-chicken\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"213751\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\">Bang Bang Chicken<\/a>!<\/li>\n<li><strong>Weeknight Wow Factor:<\/strong>\u00a0It feels like something you\u2019d order at your favorite restaurant, but it\u2019s surprisingly simple to throw together at home. <\/li>\n<li><strong>Shrimp + Pasta = Instant Win:<\/strong>\u00a0Juicy shrimp tossed with saucy noodles? It\u2019s comforting, satisfying, and just different enough to keep dinner exciting.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips cwp-large\"><!-- .block-quick-tips__icon --><\/p>\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips__inner\">\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips__content cwp-inner\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ingredients-for-bang-bang-shrimp-pasta\">Ingredients for Bang Bang Shrimp Pasta<\/h3>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" alt=\"Overhead shot of labeled shrimp and pasta ingredients. \" class=\"wp-image-332542\" title=\"Bang bang shrimp pasta is what weeknight dinner dreams are made of! Juicy shrimp, tender pasta, and that irresistible sweet-and-spicy bang bang sauce come together in just 20 minutes. It\u2019s creamy, bold, and guaranteed to be a hit.\u00a0\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Bang Bang Shrimp Pasta\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/IngredientsWithLabelsBangBangShrimpPasta-1200x800.png\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/IngredientsWithLabelsBangBangShrimpPasta.png 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/IngredientsWithLabelsBangBangShrimpPasta-500x334.png 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/IngredientsWithLabelsBangBangShrimpPasta-400x267.png 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/IngredientsWithLabelsBangBangShrimpPasta-150x100.png 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/IngredientsWithLabelsBangBangShrimpPasta-1200x800.png\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/IngredientsWithLabelsBangBangShrimpPasta-1200x800.png\" alt=\"Overhead shot of labeled shrimp and pasta ingredients. \" class=\"wp-image-332542\" title=\"Bang bang shrimp pasta is what weeknight dinner dreams are made of! Juicy shrimp, tender pasta, and that irresistible sweet-and-spicy bang bang sauce come together in just 20 minutes. It\u2019s creamy, bold, and guaranteed to be a hit.\u00a0\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Bang Bang Shrimp Pasta\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/IngredientsWithLabelsBangBangShrimpPasta-1200x800.png\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/IngredientsWithLabelsBangBangShrimpPasta.png 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/IngredientsWithLabelsBangBangShrimpPasta-500x334.png 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/IngredientsWithLabelsBangBangShrimpPasta-400x267.png 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/IngredientsWithLabelsBangBangShrimpPasta-150x100.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-fancy\">\n<li><strong>Spaghetti Noodles: <\/strong>Any pasta will work! Thin spaghetti, angel hair, or bowtie are great substitutes. <\/li>\n<li><strong>Shrimp:<\/strong> I used large shrimp for this recipe because shrimp shrinks quite a bit as it cooks.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" alt=\"Overhead shot of bang bang sauce ingredients.\" class=\"wp-image-332543\" title=\"Bang bang shrimp pasta is what weeknight dinner dreams are made of! Juicy shrimp, tender pasta, and that irresistible sweet-and-spicy bang bang sauce come together in just 20 minutes. It\u2019s creamy, bold, and guaranteed to be a hit.\u00a0\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Bang Bang Shrimp Pasta\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/IngredientsWithLabelsBangBangShrimpPastaSauce-1200x800.png\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/IngredientsWithLabelsBangBangShrimpPastaSauce.png 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/IngredientsWithLabelsBangBangShrimpPastaSauce-500x334.png 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/IngredientsWithLabelsBangBangShrimpPastaSauce-400x267.png 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/IngredientsWithLabelsBangBangShrimpPastaSauce-150x100.png 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/IngredientsWithLabelsBangBangShrimpPastaSauce-1200x800.png\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/IngredientsWithLabelsBangBangShrimpPastaSauce-1200x800.png\" alt=\"Overhead shot of bang bang sauce ingredients.\" class=\"wp-image-332543\" title=\"Bang bang shrimp pasta is what weeknight dinner dreams are made of! Juicy shrimp, tender pasta, and that irresistible sweet-and-spicy bang bang sauce come together in just 20 minutes. It\u2019s creamy, bold, and guaranteed to be a hit.\u00a0\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Bang Bang Shrimp Pasta\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/IngredientsWithLabelsBangBangShrimpPastaSauce-1200x800.png\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/IngredientsWithLabelsBangBangShrimpPastaSauce.png 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/IngredientsWithLabelsBangBangShrimpPastaSauce-500x334.png 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/IngredientsWithLabelsBangBangShrimpPastaSauce-400x267.png 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/IngredientsWithLabelsBangBangShrimpPastaSauce-150x100.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-fancy\">\n<li><strong>Heavy Cream:<\/strong> I love the addition of cream in the sauce! It thins the sauce just enough to help coat the noodles and shrimp perfectly.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Sriracha Sauce: <\/strong>Use more or less depending on your preference.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- .block-quick-tips__inner --><\/div>\n<p> <!-- .block-quick-tips --><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-make-bang-bang-shrimp-pasta\">How to Make Bang Bang Shrimp Pasta<\/h2>\n<p>If you love bold flavors without a ton of fuss, this pasta is calling your name! This shrimp recipe has saucy noodles and a creamy kick that come together in minutes, and trust me, everyone will be asking for seconds.<\/p>\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list is-style-fancy\">\n<li><strong>Make the Sauce:<\/strong> In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/homemade-mayonnaise\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"172845\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\">mayonnaise<\/a>,\u00a0heavy cream, Thai sweet chili sauce,\u00a0honey,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/sriracha-sauce\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"224858\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\">Sriracha<\/a>, and\u00a0salt\u00a0until combined. Set aside.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cook Pasta: Boil\u00a0the spaghetti\u00a0in a large pot according to the package directions, drain,<\/strong> then set aside.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Season the Shrimp:<\/strong> Place shrimp in a large bowl, then season with paprika, salt, and\u00a0pepper.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cook the Shrimp:<\/strong> Heat\u00a0the butter\u00a0in a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/cuisinart-classic-10-34-38-12-34-stainless-steel-2pk-skillet-set-silver\/-\/A-88223280#lnk=sametab\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\">large skillet<\/a> over medium-high heat, then add\u00a0the garlic\u00a0and cook for 30 seconds. Add the seasoned shrimp to the skillet and cook for 6-8 minutes, until pink. Don\u2019t overcook the shrimp, or they will be chewy. Remove the shrimp from the pan, then set aside.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Heat the Sauce:<\/strong> Return to the same skillet and reduce the heat to medium-low. Add the sauce and heat for 1 minute, whisking continuously.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Combine: <\/strong>Add the cooked shrimp and pasta, then toss to coat in the sauce.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-2 is-cropped is-style-numbered wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"332568\" alt=\"Mixing bowl full of sauce ingredients all mixed together. \" class=\"wp-image-332568\" title=\"Bang bang shrimp pasta is what weeknight dinner dreams are made of! Juicy shrimp, tender pasta, and that irresistible sweet-and-spicy bang bang sauce come together in just 20 minutes. It\u2019s creamy, bold, and guaranteed to be a hit.\u00a0\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Bang Bang Shrimp Pasta\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-1-2-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-1-2.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-1-2-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-1-2-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-1-2-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-1-2-1200x800.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"332568\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-1-2-1200x800.jpg\" alt=\"Mixing bowl full of sauce ingredients all mixed together. \" class=\"wp-image-332568\" title=\"Bang bang shrimp pasta is what weeknight dinner dreams are made of! Juicy shrimp, tender pasta, and that irresistible sweet-and-spicy bang bang sauce come together in just 20 minutes. It\u2019s creamy, bold, and guaranteed to be a hit.\u00a0\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Bang Bang Shrimp Pasta\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-1-2-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-1-2.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-1-2-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-1-2-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-1-2-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"332569\" alt=\"Pasta cooking in boiling water.\" class=\"wp-image-332569\" title=\"Bang bang shrimp pasta is what weeknight dinner dreams are made of! Juicy shrimp, tender pasta, and that irresistible sweet-and-spicy bang bang sauce come together in just 20 minutes. It\u2019s creamy, bold, and guaranteed to be a hit.\u00a0\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Bang Bang Shrimp Pasta\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-6-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-6.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-6-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-6-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-6-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-6-1200x800.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"332569\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-6-1200x800.jpg\" alt=\"Pasta cooking in boiling water.\" class=\"wp-image-332569\" title=\"Bang bang shrimp pasta is what weeknight dinner dreams are made of! Juicy shrimp, tender pasta, and that irresistible sweet-and-spicy bang bang sauce come together in just 20 minutes. It\u2019s creamy, bold, and guaranteed to be a hit.\u00a0\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Bang Bang Shrimp Pasta\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-6-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-6.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-6-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-6-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-6-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"332572\" alt=\"Raw shrimp seasoned in a mixing bowll.\" class=\"wp-image-332572\" title=\"Bang bang shrimp pasta is what weeknight dinner dreams are made of! Juicy shrimp, tender pasta, and that irresistible sweet-and-spicy bang bang sauce come together in just 20 minutes. It\u2019s creamy, bold, and guaranteed to be a hit.\u00a0\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Bang Bang Shrimp Pasta\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-3-2-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-3-2.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-3-2-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-3-2-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-3-2-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-3-2-1200x800.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"332572\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-3-2-1200x800.jpg\" alt=\"Raw shrimp seasoned in a mixing bowll.\" class=\"wp-image-332572\" title=\"Bang bang shrimp pasta is what weeknight dinner dreams are made of! Juicy shrimp, tender pasta, and that irresistible sweet-and-spicy bang bang sauce come together in just 20 minutes. It\u2019s creamy, bold, and guaranteed to be a hit.\u00a0\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Bang Bang Shrimp Pasta\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-3-2-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-3-2.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-3-2-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-3-2-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-3-2-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"332573\" alt=\"Shrimp cooking in a skillet.\" class=\"wp-image-332573\" title=\"Bang bang shrimp pasta is what weeknight dinner dreams are made of! Juicy shrimp, tender pasta, and that irresistible sweet-and-spicy bang bang sauce come together in just 20 minutes. It\u2019s creamy, bold, and guaranteed to be a hit.\u00a0\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Bang Bang Shrimp Pasta\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-5-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-5.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-5-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-5-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-5-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-5-1200x800.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"332573\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-5-1200x800.jpg\" alt=\"Shrimp cooking in a skillet.\" class=\"wp-image-332573\" title=\"Bang bang shrimp pasta is what weeknight dinner dreams are made of! Juicy shrimp, tender pasta, and that irresistible sweet-and-spicy bang bang sauce come together in just 20 minutes. It\u2019s creamy, bold, and guaranteed to be a hit.\u00a0\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Bang Bang Shrimp Pasta\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-5-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-5.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-5-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-5-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-5-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"332570\" alt=\"Sauce cooking in a skillet.\" class=\"wp-image-332570\" title=\"Bang bang shrimp pasta is what weeknight dinner dreams are made of! Juicy shrimp, tender pasta, and that irresistible sweet-and-spicy bang bang sauce come together in just 20 minutes. It\u2019s creamy, bold, and guaranteed to be a hit.\u00a0\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Bang Bang Shrimp Pasta\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-7-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-7.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-7-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-7-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-7-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-7-1200x800.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"332570\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-7-1200x800.jpg\" alt=\"Sauce cooking in a skillet.\" class=\"wp-image-332570\" title=\"Bang bang shrimp pasta is what weeknight dinner dreams are made of! Juicy shrimp, tender pasta, and that irresistible sweet-and-spicy bang bang sauce come together in just 20 minutes. It\u2019s creamy, bold, and guaranteed to be a hit.\u00a0\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Bang Bang Shrimp Pasta\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-7-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-7.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-7-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-7-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-7-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"332574\" alt=\"Shrimp and pasta added to the bang bang sauce in the skillet.\" class=\"wp-image-332574\" title=\"Bang bang shrimp pasta is what weeknight dinner dreams are made of! Juicy shrimp, tender pasta, and that irresistible sweet-and-spicy bang bang sauce come together in just 20 minutes. It\u2019s creamy, bold, and guaranteed to be a hit.\u00a0\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Bang Bang Shrimp Pasta\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-8-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-8.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-8-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-8-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-8-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-8-1200x800.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"332574\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-8-1200x800.jpg\" alt=\"Shrimp and pasta added to the bang bang sauce in the skillet.\" class=\"wp-image-332574\" title=\"Bang bang shrimp pasta is what weeknight dinner dreams are made of! Juicy shrimp, tender pasta, and that irresistible sweet-and-spicy bang bang sauce come together in just 20 minutes. It\u2019s creamy, bold, and guaranteed to be a hit.\u00a0\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Bang Bang Shrimp Pasta\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-8-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-8.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-8-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-8-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-8-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<div class=\"block-tip cwp-inner cwp-large\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading block-tip__title\">Alyssa\u2019s Pro Tip<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Don\u2019t Overcook the Shrimp<\/strong>! Shrimp cook in about 2 minutes per side. Once they\u2019re pink, opaque, and curled into a loose C, they\u2019re done. A tight O means they\u2019re overcooked and rubbery.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"block-area block-area-before-recipe\">\n<div class=\"block-pinterest-cta cwp-large\">\n<p class=\"block-pinterest-cta__title\">Pin this now to find it later<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/?url=https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta\/&amp;media=https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-1.jpg&amp;description=Bang Bang Shrimp Pasta\" title=\"Share on Pinterest\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" class=\"wp-element-button\" data-postid=\"332333\" data-pin-do=\"none\" data-social-network=\"Pinterest\" data-social-action=\"Pin\" data-social-target=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta\/\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Pin It<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"wprm-recipe-container-332334\" class=\"wprm-recipe-container\" data-recipe-id=\"332334\" data-servings=\"4\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe wprm-recipe-template-cwp-food---cook-mode\">\n<div class=\"cwp-food-content\">\n<p><label id=\"wprm-toggle-switch-2710125639\" class=\"wprm-toggle-switch wprm-toggle-switch-rounded wprm-toggle-switch-outside\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-prevent-sleep-checkbox-2710125639\" class=\"wprm-prevent-sleep-checkbox\"\/><span class=\"wprm-toggle-switch-slider\" style=\"--switch-height: 20px;\"\/><span class=\"wprm-toggle-switch-label wprm-prevent-sleep-label wprm-block-text-bold\">Cook Mode<\/span><\/label><span class=\"wprm-prevent-sleep-description wprm-block-text-normal\">Prevent your screen from going dark<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"recipe-332334-instructions\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions-container wprm-recipe-332334-instructions-container wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"332334\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\">\n<h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-instruction-group-name wprm-block-text-none\">Sauce<\/h4>\n<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\">\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-332334-step-0-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-332334-8 wprm-block-text-bold\">\u2153 cup mayonnaise<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-332334-14 wprm-block-text-bold\">\u00bc cup heavy cream<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-332334-9 wprm-block-text-bold\">\u2153 cup sweet chili sauce<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-332334-11 wprm-block-text-bold\">1 tablespoon honey<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-332334-10 wprm-block-text-bold\">1 tablespoon Sriracha sauce<\/span>, and <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-332334-12 wprm-block-text-bold\">\u00bc teaspoon salt<\/span> until combined. Set aside.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\">\n<h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-instruction-group-name wprm-block-text-none\">Shrimp and Pasta<\/h4>\n<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\">\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-332334-step-1-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Cook <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-332334-0 wprm-block-text-bold\">8 ounces dry spaghetti<\/span> according to the package directions. Drain and set aside.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-332334-step-1-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">In a large bowl, season <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-332334-1 wprm-block-text-bold\">1 pound large shrimp<\/span> with <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-332334-2 wprm-block-text-bold\">1 teaspoon paprika<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-332334-3 wprm-block-text-bold\">\u00bd teaspoon salt<\/span>, and <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-332334-4 wprm-block-text-bold\">\u00bd teaspoon pepper<\/span>.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-332334-step-1-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Heat <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-332334-5 wprm-block-text-bold\">2 tablespoons unsalted butter<\/span> in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add <span class=\"wprm-inline-ingredient wprm-inline-ingredient-332334-13 wprm-block-text-bold\">1 clove minced garlic<\/span> and cook for 30 seconds. Add the seasoned shrimp to the skillet and cook until it turns pink, about 4-6 minutes. Don\u2019t overcook the shrimp, or they will be chewy. Remove the shrimp from the pan and set aside.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-332334-step-1-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Return to the same skillet and reduce the heat to medium-low. Add the sauce and heat for 1 minute, whisking continuously.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-332334-step-1-4\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Add the cooked shrimp and pasta and toss to coat in the sauce.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"recipe-332334-notes\" class=\"wprm-recipe-notes-container wprm-block-text-normal\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-notes\"><span style=\"display: block;\"><strong>Storage &amp; Reheating Instructions<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Fridge:<\/strong> Store cooled leftovers in an airtight container for 1-3 days.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Reheating:<\/strong> Reheat leftovers in the microwave or over the stove until warmed through. I like to add a splash of cream to help add moisture to the pasta as it heats.<\/li>\n<li><strong data-start=\"346\" data-end=\"358\">Freezer:<\/strong> Not recommended.<\/li>\n<li><strong data-start=\"380\" data-end=\"395\">Make ahead:<\/strong> Best served fresh.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"cwp-food-nutrition\">\n<div id=\"recipe-332334-nutrition\" class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-shortcode-container\">\n<p><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calories\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Calories: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">582<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">kcal<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-carbohydrates\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Carbohydrates: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">59<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-protein\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Protein: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">24<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">27<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-saturated_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Saturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">10<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-polyunsaturated_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Polyunsaturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">9<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-monounsaturated_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Monounsaturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">6<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-trans_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Trans Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">0.3<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-cholesterol\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Cholesterol: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">183<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sodium\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Sodium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1504<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-potassium\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Potassium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">299<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fiber\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Fiber: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">2<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sugar\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Sugar: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">17<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_a\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Vitamin A: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">863<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">IU<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_c\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Vitamin C: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">3<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calcium\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Calcium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">91<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-iron\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Iron: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span 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Juicy shrimp, tender pasta, and that irresistible sweet-and-spicy bang bang sauce come together in just 20 minutes. It\u2019s creamy, bold, and guaranteed to be a hit.\u00a0\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Bang Bang Shrimp Pasta\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-1200x1799.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-150x225.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-1200x1799.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-1200x1799.jpg\" alt=\"Skillet of bang bang shrimp pasta.\" class=\"wp-image-332502\" title=\"Bang bang shrimp pasta is what weeknight dinner dreams are made of! Juicy shrimp, tender pasta, and that irresistible sweet-and-spicy bang bang sauce come together in just 20 minutes. It\u2019s creamy, bold, and guaranteed to be a hit.\u00a0\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Bang Bang Shrimp Pasta\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-1200x1799.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<section class=\"block-post-listing cwp-large layout-4up-grid\">\n<header>\n<p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-more-quick-and-easy-pasta-recipes\">More Quick and Easy Pasta Recipes<\/h2>\n<\/p>\n<\/header>\n<\/section>\n<p><span class=\"cp-load-after-post\"\/><\/div>\n<p><script type=\"rocketlazyloadscript\">\n\t!function(f,b,e,v,n,t,s){if(f.fbq)return;n=f.fbq=function(){n.callMethod?\n\tn.callMethod.apply(n,arguments):n.queue.push(arguments)};if(!f._fbq)f._fbq=n;\n\tn.push=n;n.loaded=!0;n.version='2.0';n.queue=[];t=b.createElement(e);t.async=!0;\n\tt.src=v;s=b.getElementsByTagName(e)[0];s.parentNode.insertBefore(t,s)}(window,\n\tdocument,'script','https:\/\/connect.facebook.net\/en_US\/fbevents.js' );\n\tfbq( 'init', '1748581388781497' );\t<\/script><br \/>\n<br \/><br \/>\n<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/bang-bang-shrimp-pasta\/\">Source link <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This website may contain affiliate links and advertising so that we can provide recipes to you. 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