Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos
If you’re ready to elevate your taco night, Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos are a must-try! This delightful dish features crispy shrimp coated in a flavorful panko crust, complemented by a spicy and creamy bang bang sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or fun family gatherings, these tacos are packed with flavor and can be customized to suit any palate. From adjusting spice levels to adding your favorite toppings, every bite promises a satisfying crunch and an explosion of tastes. Simple to make and sure to impress, these tacos will quickly become a staple in your meal rotation!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 (8 tacos) 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
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 shrimp in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes.
- In a bowl, combine flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
- Dredge soaked shrimp in the flour mixture.
- Dip shrimp back into buttermilk then coat with panko breadcrumbs.
- Fry shrimp in hot oil until golden brown (about 2-3 minutes per side).
- Mix mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, and sriracha for the bang bang sauce.
- Assemble tacos with shredded cabbage, fried shrimp, avocado slices, and sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (approximately 230g)
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 210mg