Name: Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: Fusion
Ingredients: 1 lb medium shrimp, peeled and deveined; ½ cup buttermilk (or milk + 1 tsp lemon juice); ½ cup cornstarch; ½ cup all-purpose flour; ½ tsp garlic powder; ½ tsp paprika; ½ tsp salt; ½ tsp black pepper; Oil for frying (vegetable or canola); ½ cup mayonnaise; ¼ cup sweet chili sauce; 1 tbsp sriracha (adjust to taste); 1 tsp honey; 1 tsp rice vinegar or lime juice; 1 cup shredded cabbage (green or purple); ½ cup shredded carrots; 2 tbsp chopped green onions; 1 tbsp lime juice; Salt & pepper to taste; 6–8 small flour or corn tortillas (warmed); Fresh cilantro, chopped; Lime wedges; Optional: diced avocado, pickled onions, or extra chili sauce

Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos

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Get ready to spice up your meal with our Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos! These tacos are a delightful fusion of crispy shrimp enveloped in a creamy, spicy-sweet sauce, all wrapped in warm tortillas and topped with a zesty slaw. Perfect for Taco Tuesdays or any casual gathering, these tacos combine bold flavors with simple ingredients for an unforgettable dish. The crispy shrimp, paired with the fresh crunch of slaw and drizzled with the irresistible bang bang sauce, creates a satisfying experience in every bite. Enjoy them as a main dish or serve them as appetizers—you’ll find they disappear quickly!

Author: Megan
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Yield: Serves 4 (approximately two tacos each) 1x
Category: Dinner
Method: Frying
Cuisine: Fusion

Ingredients

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1 lb medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
½ cup buttermilk (or milk + 1 tsp lemon juice)
½ cup cornstarch
½ cup all-purpose flour
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp paprika
½ tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
Oil for frying (vegetable or canola)
½ cup mayonnaise
¼ cup sweet chili sauce
1 tbsp sriracha (adjust to taste)
1 tsp honey
1 tsp rice vinegar or lime juice
1 cup shredded cabbage (green or purple)
½ cup shredded carrots
2 tbsp chopped green onions
1 tbsp lime juice
Salt & pepper to taste
6–8 small flour or corn tortillas (warmed)
Fresh cilantro, chopped
Lime wedges
Optional: diced avocado, pickled onions, or extra chili sauce

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Instructions

Prepare the Bang Bang Sauce: Whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, and vinegar until smooth. Set aside.
Marinate the Shrimp: Soak shrimp in buttermilk for 10–15 minutes.
Mix the Coating: Combine cornstarch, flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Dredge marinated shrimp in the mixture.
Fry the Shrimp: Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and fry shrimp in batches until golden brown (2–3 minutes per side). Drain on paper towels.
Toss with Sauce: In a large bowl, toss fried shrimp with half of the bang bang sauce.
Make the Slaw: Mix cabbage, carrots, green onions, lime juice, salt, and pepper; let sit for 5–10 minutes to absorb flavors.
Assemble Tacos: Warm tortillas and layer with slaw, shrimp, extra sauce, and cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 2 tacos (approximately 160g)
Calories: 400
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 800mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 17g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 18g
Cholesterol: 150mg

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