Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos
Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos are a delightful twist on taco night, combining crispy shrimp coated in a spicy bang bang sauce with fresh toppings all wrapped in soft tortillas. This dish promises an explosion of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds and keep everyone coming back for more. Perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, these tacos are not only easy to prepare but also incredibly versatile. Customize them to suit your family’s preferences, whether you prefer extra heat or added freshness from toppings like avocado and cilantro.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian-Mexican Fusion
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
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 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.
- In a bowl, combine flour, paprika, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
- Coat each shrimp first in the seasoned flour mixture and then dip into panko breadcrumbs.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and fry shrimp until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, and sriracha for the bang bang sauce.
- Assemble tacos by placing cabbage on tortillas and topping with fried shrimp, sauce, and avocado slices.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 150mg