Description
Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos are a delicious and flavorful dish featuring crispy shrimp, fresh toppings, and a spicy bang bang sauce, all wrapped in warm tortillas.
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon sriracha (adjust to taste)
- 8 small corn or flour tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cabbage
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine the shrimp with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
- Set up a breading station: Place the flour in one shallow dish, the egg (beaten) in another, and the panko breadcrumbs in a third.
- Dredge each shrimp in flour, dip it in the egg, and then coat it with panko breadcrumbs. Repeat until all shrimp are breaded.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add enough oil to cover the bottom (about 1/4 inch deep). Once hot, add the breaded shrimp in batches, cooking for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- In a small bowl, mix together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, and sriracha to create the bang bang sauce. Adjust the heat by adding more sriracha if desired.
- Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave.
- To assemble, place a handful of shredded cabbage on each tortilla, top with shrimp, diced tomatoes, and a drizzle of the bang bang sauce. Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve with lime wedges.
Notes
- For a healthier option, try baking the shrimp instead of frying. Preheat the oven to 400°F, place the breaded shrimp on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, and bake for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Customize your toppings by adding avocado slices or a dollop of Greek yogurt for creaminess.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 150mg