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Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos

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  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Seafood

Description

Crispy Bang Bang Shrimp nestled in warm tortillas, topped with fresh cabbage and a spicy creamy sauce.


Ingredients

  • 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
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha (adjust to taste)
  • 8 small flour tortillas
  • 2 cups shredded cabbage
  • 1 avocado, sliced
  • Lime wedges for serving


Instructions

  1. Soak the shrimp in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
  2. In a separate bowl, mix flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Remove shrimp from buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off. Dredge in the seasoned flour, shaking off excess.
  4. Dip the floured shrimp back into buttermilk, then coat with panko breadcrumbs, pressing to stick.
  5. Heat 1 inch of oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Fry shrimp in batches until golden brown, 2-3 minutes per side, then drain on paper towels.
  6. Whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, and sriracha in a bowl.
  7. Assemble tacos by placing shredded cabbage on each tortilla, adding fried shrimp, drizzling with sauce, and topping with avocado slices.
  8. Serve with lime wedges on the side.

Notes

Experiment with spice levels and add fresh herbs for extra flavor.