Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos: Crispy, Spicy Perfection at Home

Enjoy Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos, a flavor-packed dish with crispy shrimp and spicy sauce, perfect for dinner.

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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 Medium-sized 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 adjust according to spice preference
1 teaspoon Salt
1 teaspoon Black pepper
1 cup Panko breadcrumbs

For the Bang Bang Sauce

1/2 cup Mayonnaise
1/4 cup Sweet chili sauce
1-2 tablespoons Sriracha adjust according to taste

For Assembling

8 tortillas Flour or corn tortillas corn for gluten-free
2 cups Shredded cabbage
1 medium Avocado sliced, optional

Equipment

skillet
mixing bowl
slotted spoon

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Soak the shrimp in a bowl of buttermilk for at least 30 minutes.
Mix flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper in a bowl.
Coat the soaked shrimp in the seasoned flour, dip back into buttermilk, then roll in panko breadcrumbs.
Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Fry shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, and sriracha until well combined.
Assemble tacos by adding cabbage, fried shrimp, bang bang sauce, and avocado on tortillas.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 20gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 145mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Adjust seasoning and spice levels to your preference. Fresh ingredients enhance flavor.

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