Description
These Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos combine crispy, spicy shrimp with a creamy, tangy sauce, crunchy cabbage, and fresh avocado, all wrapped in warm flour tortillas. Perfect for a flavorful and satisfying meal with a kick.
Ingredients
Scale
Shrimp and Breading
- 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
Sauce
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon sriracha (adjust to taste)
Tacos
- 8 small flour tortillas
- 2 cups shredded cabbage
- 1 avocado, sliced
- Lime wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Soak the Shrimp: In a bowl, soak the shrimp in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator to tenderize and flavor the shrimp.
- Prepare the Flour Mix: In a separate bowl, mix together the flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
- Dredge the Shrimp: Remove the shrimp from the buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off. Dredge each shrimp in the seasoned flour, shaking off any excess.
- Coat with Panko: Dip the floured shrimp back into the buttermilk, then coat with panko breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere.
- Fry the Shrimp: Heat 1 inch of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, fry the shrimp in batches until golden brown and cooked through, about 2-3 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.
- Make the Bang Bang Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, and sriracha. Adjust the heat level to your preference.
- Assemble the Tacos: Place a handful of shredded cabbage on each tortilla, top with fried shrimp, drizzle with the bang bang sauce, and add avocado slices.
- Serve: Serve with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the tacos.
Notes
- Soaking the shrimp in buttermilk helps tenderize and adds flavor.
- Adjust sriracha quantity to control the spice level of the sauce.
- Use fresh lime juice to brighten the flavor of the tacos before serving.
- For extra crispiness, make sure the oil is hot enough before frying.
- Can substitute flour tortillas with corn tortillas for a gluten-free option.
- Prep Time: 40 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Bang Bang Shrimp, Shrimp Tacos, Spicy Shrimp Tacos, Fried Shrimp, Taco Recipe
