Boom Boom Shrimp And Calamari
A fried appetizer feature that leans into bold flavor, contrast.
This is a simple, house-breaded appetizer build that lets the sauces do the talking. Crisp shrimp and calamari meet the heat and depth of Ken’s Boom Boom Sauce, while banana peppers serve as a supporting actor to contrasts in flavor and texture alongside a quick hit of greens in Ken’s Fat Free Raspberry Vinaigrette. The whole dish brings together contrast and color without adding complexity. It’s straightforward, balanced, and easy to execute — built around ingredients that already earn their space on the line.
APPETIZER
Yields 1 Servings
Ingredients:
- 8 shrimp, split
- 8 oz calamari rings
- 8 oz banana pepper rings
- 8 fl oz buttermilk
- 1 lb rice flour
- 1 fl oz FF Raspberry Vinaigrette Dressing (#6010)
- 3 oz spring greens
- 4 fl oz Boom Boom Sauce (#7827)
- 1 each lime wedge
- 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds
- 1 tsp chives
Directions:
- Place shrimp, calamari and banana peppers in buttermilk and let soak overnight. Make breading and let set until needed.
- Drain buttermilk from seafood and leave in bowl. Add 3 cups of breading, tossing mixture until all pieces are coated. Dump in basket over trash can and shake off any excess flour.
- Drop mixture in 365 °F fryer for 1 minute. Remove mixture and sprinkle with salt and then toss in Boom Boom Sauce.
- Toss greens in Fat Free Raspberry Vinaigrette Dressing and place fried calamari, shrimp and peppers piled on top.
- Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and chives.