Description

Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos are a delightful and easy-to-make dish that brings the perfect blend of crispy, spicy, and fresh flavors to your table. Featuring succulent fried shrimp tossed in a creamy bang bang sauce, these tacos are served on soft flour tortillas and topped with crunchy cabbage and creamy avocado. Whether for a casual weeknight dinner or a festive gathering, this recipe is sure to impress seafood lovers and taco enthusiasts alike. With simple ingredients and straightforward preparation, you can whip up these tasty tacos in no time!

Ingredients

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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

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Instructions

Soak shrimp in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes.
In a bowl, mix together flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
Dredge shrimp in the seasoned flour mixture.
Dip floured shrimp back into buttermilk then coat with panko breadcrumbs.
Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and fry shrimp until golden brown (about 2–3 minutes per side). Drain on paper towels.
Mix mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, and sriracha to make the bang bang sauce.
Assemble tacos by placing cabbage and fried shrimp on tortillas, drizzling with sauce, and adding avocado slices.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Frying
Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

Serving Size: 2 tacos (250g)
Calories: 460
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 810mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 15g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 44g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 20g
Cholesterol: 160mg