Bang Bang Sauce (Better Than Bonefish Grill!)

This bang bang sauce is about to become your new obsession. Trust me on this!

It’s creamy, it’s sweet, it’s got just the right amount of kick, and it literally takes 5 minutes to whip up. Five. Minutes.

I first tried bang bang sauce at Bonefish Grill years ago, and I practically licked the plate clean. (Don’t judge me—you would too!)

After that night, I knew I had to recreate it at home. Turns out, it’s ridiculously easy. Today I’m sharing my perfected version that I actually like better than the restaurant’s! Let’s make some magic happen.

Why This Bang Bang Sauce Is Amazing

This sauce is a total game-changer. It’s one of those condiments that makes EVERYTHING taste better.

The flavor? Perfectly balanced. You get that creamy mayo base, sweet chili vibes, and a little spicy kick from the sriracha. It’s like all your favorite flavors decided to have a party in one bowl.

And the versatility! I’ve put this on shrimp (obviously), chicken, fries, burgers, wraps, salads, rice bowls, and even roasted vegetables. My husband Grey literally keeps a jar in the fridge at all times now.

The best part? No cooking required. Just stir everything together and you’re done. It’s honestly one of the easiest recipes on this entire site!

What You’ll Need

Only FOUR ingredients stand between you and sauce perfection. I bet you already have most of them!

The Mayo: Use good quality mayonnaise here. I’m partial to Duke’s or Hellmann’s, but any full-fat mayo works beautifully. The creaminess is key!

Sweet Chili Sauce: This is your secret weapon. It adds sweetness AND a mild spiciness. Mae Ploy is the brand Bonefish Grill uses (you can grab it on Amazon or at Asian markets), but honestly, any Thai sweet chili sauce works great.

Sriracha: Here’s where you control the heat! Start with 1 teaspoon if you’re sensitive to spice, or go up to 2 tablespoons if you like it hot. I usually do about 1 tablespoon—it’s perfect for us.

Honey: Just a touch to round everything out and add that restaurant-quality depth of flavor. Pure maple syrup works as a substitute if that’s what you have!

Pro tip: You can also add a squeeze of lime juice for extra brightness. Not required, but it’s delicious!

How This Magic Happens

Making bang bang sauce is laughably easy. I’m almost embarrassed to call it a “recipe” because it’s literally just stirring things together!

Grab a bowl. Add your mayo, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, and honey. Whisk it all together until it’s smooth and gorgeously creamy.

That’s it. That’s the whole recipe!

Taste it. Adjust it. Want it sweeter? Add more honey. Want it spicier? More sriracha. Too thick? A tiny splash of water loosens it right up. Make it YOUR perfect sauce!

The sauce tastes good immediately, but if you can wait 30 minutes, the flavors meld together even better. I usually make mine ahead and keep it in the fridge until I need it.

The Spice Level Question

Let me address the elephant in the room: How spicy is this really?

With the measurements I’m giving you? It’s mild to medium. There’s definitely a little kick, but it’s not going to burn your face off. My kids (ages 7 and 9) eat it without complaining!

If you’re super sensitive to heat, start with just 1 teaspoon of sriracha. You can always add more later, but you can’t take it away!

And here’s a cool trick I learned: if you accidentally make it too spicy, add a squeeze of lemon or lime juice. The acidity actually tricks your taste buds and makes it taste less hot. Science is amazing!

How to Use This Sauce (So Many Ways!)

Okay, this is where things get fun. This sauce goes with EVERYTHING.

The classics: Toss it with crispy shrimp (hello, Bonefish Grill copycat!), drizzle it over fried chicken, or use it as a dipping sauce for chicken tenders. Perfection.

Make it a meal: Drizzle bang bang sauce over poke bowls, rice bowls, or grain bowls. Add it to wraps and sandwiches instead of plain mayo. Game changer!

Veggie power: This sauce makes vegetables exciting. Seriously! Drizzle it over roasted cauliflower, sweet potato fries, or steamed broccoli. Kids suddenly want seconds!

Party MVP: Serve it as a dip with French fries, onion rings, mozzarella sticks, or veggie crudités. It’s always the first thing that disappears at parties.

Salad dressing: Thin it out with a little water or rice vinegar and boom—you’ve got an incredible salad dressing. Try it on an Asian-inspired salad with cabbage and carrots!

I literally keep this sauce in my fridge at all times now. It’s saved so many boring dinners!

Storage Tips

Store your bang bang sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It’ll keep for up to 5 days, though mine never lasts that long!

Pro tip: Use a squeeze bottle for easy drizzling! Those condiment bottles from Amazon work perfectly and make you feel like a fancy restaurant chef.

Don’t freeze this sauce. The mayo doesn’t handle freezing well and gets weird and separated when thawed. Just make it fresh—it only takes 5 minutes anyway!