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Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos

Crispy Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos for a Flavor Explosion

Delight your taste buds with Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos featuring crispy shrimp and zesty sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marinating Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 lb Large Shrimp Peel and devein for easy preparation.
  • 1/2 cup Buttermilk Adds moisture and tang.
  • 1/4 tsp Salt Essential to bring out flavor.
  • 1/4 tsp Black Pepper Freshly ground enhances aroma.
  • 1/4 tsp Onion Powder Optional but recommended.
  • 1/4 tsp Garlic Powder Adds a savory note.
  • 3/4 cup Corn Starch Key to getting that crispy coating.
For Frying
  • Peanut Oil or Canola Oil For frying; high smoke point.
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Creamy base for the sauce.
  • 3 Tbsp Thai Sweet Chili Sauce Essential for unique flavor.
  • 3 tsp Sriracha Hot Sauce Adjust to your spice preference.
For the Tacos
  • 8 to 12 Small White Corn Tortillas Warm them up for perfect taco base.
  • 3 cups Cabbage Thinly sliced for crunch.
  • 1 medium Tomato Diced for juiciness.
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro Coarsely chopped for garnish.

Equipment

  • small bowl
  • medium mixing bowl
  • platter
  • deep pot or Dutch oven

Method
 

Sauce Preparation
  1. In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, Thai sweet chili sauce, and sriracha. Whisk until smooth and set aside.
Shrimp Marination
  1. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together buttermilk, salt, black pepper, onion powder, and garlic powder. Add shrimp and marinate for at least 15 minutes.
Shrimp Breading
  1. Remove shrimp from marinade, dredge in corn starch, and place on a platter.
Shrimp Frying
  1. Heat oil in a deep pot to 375°F. Fry shrimp in batches for 2.5 to 3 minutes until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
Coating with Sauce
  1. Toss hot cooked shrimp with half of the sauce. Let sit for about 10 minutes.
Taco Assembly
  1. Warm tortillas. Layer each with cabbage, tomato, crispy shrimp, and drizzle with remaining sauce. Garnish with cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 2tacosCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 20gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Pair with a refreshing salad or experiment with substitutions for added creativity.

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