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Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos

Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos That Will Spice Up Your Taco Night

Enjoy Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos for a quick, zesty dinner that will delight everyone.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican, Thai
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound Shrimp Fresh or thawed frozen
  • 1 cup Buttermilk Substitute with milk mixed with lemon juice
  • 1 cup Flour All-purpose or gluten-free
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Smoked paprika for extra flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Adjust for spice preference
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs For extra crunch
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup Sweet Chili Sauce
  • 1-2 tablespoons Sriracha To taste
For Assembly
  • 8 pieces Tortillas Soft flour or corn
  • 2 cups Shredded Cabbage Coleslaw mix can be used
  • 1 large Avocado Sliced
  • 2 pieces Lime Wedges for serving

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Slotted Spoon
  • Baking sheet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Soak the shrimp in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes to tenderize.
  2. Combine flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper in a bowl.
  3. Remove shrimp from buttermilk and dredge in the flour mixture until well-coated.
  4. Dip the shrimp back in buttermilk and then coat with panko breadcrumbs before setting aside.
  5. Heat oil in a skillet to 350°F and fry shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  6. Prepare the Bang Bang sauce by mixing mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, and sriracha.
  7. Assemble tacos by layering shredded cabbage and shrimp in tortillas, then drizzle with sauce and add avocado slices.
  8. Serve with lime wedges for added flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 170mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos are best enjoyed immediately for maximum crunch.

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