Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos: Crispy Bites That Wow Your Tastebuds

Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos deliver a crispy, creamy, and spicy flavor explosion that will wow your tastebuds.

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Prep Time 30

Cook Time 15

Soaking Time 30

Total Time 1 15

Servings: 4 tacos

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Mexican

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Shrimp

1 pound Large Shrimp Shell removed
1 cup Buttermilk Or milk with lemon juice
1 cup Flour For coating
1 teaspoon Paprika
1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
1 teaspoon Onion Powder
0.5 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Adjust to taste
1 teaspoon Salt
1 teaspoon Black Pepper
1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs For extra crunch

For the Bang Bang Sauce

0.5 cup Mayonnaise Creamy base
0.25 cup Sweet Chili Sauce
1 tablespoon Sriracha Adjust spice level

For Assembly

8 pieces Tortillas Flour or corn
2 cups Shredded Cabbage
1 large Avocado Sliced

Equipment

skillet
Mixing bowls
Tongs

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Soak the shrimp in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes.
In a bowl, mix flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
Dredge soaked shrimp in seasoned flour, then dip in buttermilk, and finally coat with panko breadcrumbs.
Heat oil in a skillet 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 with a tortilla, cabbage, fried shrimp, bang bang sauce, and avocado slices.
Serve with lime wedges on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For extra flavor, consider adding fresh cilantro or pickled onions as toppings.

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