Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos: A Tasty Recipe You Must Try!
If you’re ready to elevate your taco night, these Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos are a must-try! Crispy, flavorful, and drizzled with a delectable bang bang sauce, these tacos deliver an unforgettable taste experience. Perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings, this recipe is family-friendly and completely customizable to suit your spice preferences. With a quick prep time and the ability to make components ahead of time, you’ll have a delicious meal that keeps everyone coming back for more. Get ready to impress with these vibrant tacos!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 (8 tacos) 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon sriracha (adjust to taste)
- 8 small flour tortillas
- 2 cups shredded cabbage
- 1 avocado, sliced
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Soak the shrimp in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes.
- Combine flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper in a bowl.
- Dredge soaked shrimp in the seasoned flour mixture.
- Coat with panko breadcrumbs after dipping in buttermilk again.
- Fry in heated oil until golden brown (about 2-3 minutes per side).
- Mix mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, and sriracha for the bang bang sauce.
- Assemble tacos with cabbage, shrimp, sauce, and avocado.
- Serve with lime wedges.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 160mg