Description
Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos are a delectable fusion of crispy shrimp and a creamy, spicy sauce that will tantalize your taste buds. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for casual dinners or festive gatherings, delivering an explosion of flavors in every bite. With a delightful crunch from panko breadcrumbs and the freshness of avocado and lime, these tacos are not only satisfying but also customizable to your liking.
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 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.
- Coat each shrimp first in the seasoned flour mixture, then dip back into buttermilk and finally coat with panko breadcrumbs.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and fry the shrimp for about 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
- For the bang bang sauce, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, and sriracha until smooth.
- Assemble tacos by placing cabbage on tortillas, adding fried shrimp, drizzling with sauce, and topping with avocado slices.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 870mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 155mg