Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos That Will Spice Up Your Taco Night

Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos are crispy, spicy, and customizable, perfect for taco night.

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Prep Time 30

Cook Time 15

Total Time 45

Servings: 4 tacos

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Mexican

Calories: 300

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Shrimp

1 pound Shrimp Fresh or frozen, thawed
1 cup Buttermilk Or regular milk mixed with vinegar
1 cup All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free flour for gluten-free version
1 teaspoon Paprika
1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
1 teaspoon Onion Powder
0.5 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Adjust to heat preference
1 teaspoon Salt
1 teaspoon Black Pepper
1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs For extra crunch

For the Bang Bang Sauce

0.5 cup Mayonnaise Or Greek yogurt for lighter option
0.25 cup Sweet Chili Sauce Key for flavor
1 tablespoon Sriracha Adjust to heat preference

For the Tacos

8 pieces Tortillas Flour or corn for gluten-free
2 cups Shredded Cabbage Or shredded lettuce/slaw
1 large Avocado Optional, highly recommended

Equipment

skillet
medium bowl
Whisk
Baking Sheet

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Soak the shrimp in buttermilk for about 30 minutes to tenderize.
Mix flour with paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne, salt, and black pepper.
Dredge shrimp in seasoned flour, dip in buttermilk again, and roll in panko.
Heat oil in skillet over medium-high heat and fry shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until golden.
Whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, and sriracha for the sauce.
Assemble tacos with cabbage, crispy shrimp, and Bang Bang sauce.
Serve with lime wedges for squeezing over tacos before enjoying.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 22gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 160mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For ultimate freshness, serve the tacos immediately after assembling. Leftovers can be stored separately for up to 2 days.

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