Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos Recipe
These Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos combine crispy, spicy fried shrimp with a creamy, tangy sauce, all wrapped in soft flour tortillas with fresh cabbage and avocado slices. This flavorful and satisfying dish is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a casual gathering.
- Prep Time: 40 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 8 tacos 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Shrimp and Breading
- 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
Bang Bang Sauce
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon sriracha (adjust to taste)
Taco Assembly
- 8 small flour tortillas
- 2 cups shredded cabbage
- 1 avocado, sliced
- Lime wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Marinate Shrimp: In a bowl, soak the shrimp in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator to tenderize and infuse flavor.
- Prepare Flour Mix: In a separate bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper to create the seasoned dredging flour.
- Coat Shrimp – First Layer: Remove shrimp from buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off, then dredge each shrimp in the seasoned flour, shaking off extra flour.
- Coat Shrimp – Second Layer: Dip the floured shrimp back into the buttermilk briefly, then coat thoroughly with panko breadcrumbs, pressing gently to ensure the breadcrumbs adhere well.
- Fry Shrimp: Heat about 1 inch of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the shrimp in batches until golden brown and cooked through, approximately 2-3 minutes per side. Transfer to paper towels to drain excess oil.
- Make Bang Bang Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, and sriracha. Adjust the amount of sriracha to control the heat level according to your preference.
- Assemble Tacos: On each flour tortilla, place a generous handful of shredded cabbage. Top with fried shrimp, drizzle with the bang bang sauce, and add slices of avocado.
- Serve: Serve the tacos immediately alongside lime wedges for squeezing fresh lime juice over the top to enhance the flavors.
Notes
- Adjust sriracha amount in the sauce to make it as mild or spicy as you like.
- For a lighter version, try baking or air frying the shrimp instead of frying.
- Use gluten-free flour and breadcrumbs to make the recipe gluten-free.
- Leftover bang bang sauce can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Make sure oil is hot before frying shrimp to ensure crispiness and prevent sogginess.
Keywords: Bang Bang Shrimp, Shrimp Tacos, Fried Shrimp, Spicy Shrimp, Easy Taco Recipe
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