Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos
These Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos are a delightful combination of crispy shrimp, fresh vegetables, and a spicy, creamy sauce. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a fun gathering, they offer a burst of flavors and textures that will satisfy any craving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Desserts
- Method: No bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails removed
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 3/4 cup corn starch
- Peanut oil or Canola oil for frying shrimp
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 3 Tbsp Thai sweet chili sauce
- 3 tsp Sriracha hot sauce, or to taste
- 8 to 12 Small White Corn Tortillas, or Hard Taco Shells
- 3 cups Purple or Green Cabbage, thinly sliced
- 1 medium tomato, diced
- 1/4 cup cilantro, coarsely chopped
Instructions
- Prepare Bang Bang Sauce: In a small bowl, mix together mayonnaise, Thai sweet chili sauce, and Sriracha hot sauce. Set aside.
- Marinate Shrimp: In a separate bowl, marinate shrimp in buttermilk with salt, pepper, onion powder, and garlic powder. Set aside.
- Coat and Fry Shrimp: Coat marinated shrimp in cornstarch. Heat peanut oil or canola oil to 375˚F and fry shrimp until golden brown. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- Toss Shrimp with Sauce: Toss fried shrimp with half of the prepared Bang Bang Sauce. Allow to rest.
- Assemble Tacos: Toast tortillas or prepare hard taco shells. Fill with shrimp, sliced cabbage, diced tomato, and chopped cilantro. Drizzle with remaining sauce.
Nutrition
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 170mg
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