Description
Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos are a delightful twist on traditional tacos, combining crispy, fried shrimp with a zesty bang bang sauce for an explosion of flavor in every bite. Perfect for taco night or any casual gathering, these tacos are not only easy to prepare but also customizable to suit your taste. Serve them with fresh toppings like avocado and cabbage, and enjoy the crunch and creaminess that make this dish a standout choice for seafood lovers. Whether you’re entertaining guests or looking for a quick weeknight dinner, Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos are sure to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 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 shrimp in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes to tenderize.
- In a bowl, mix flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
- Dredge shrimp in the flour mixture after soaking in buttermilk; then coat with panko breadcrumbs.
- Fry shrimp in hot oil until golden brown (about 2-3 minutes per side).
- For the sauce, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, and sriracha.
- Assemble tacos by placing cabbage on tortillas, topping with shrimp and sauce.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 160mg