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Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos Recipe

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These Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos combine crispy, spicy shrimp coated in a flavorful batter with a creamy, tangy bang bang sauce. Served on soft flour tortillas with crunchy shredded cabbage and creamy avocado, these tacos offer a perfect balance of textures and bold flavors for a quick and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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Shrimp and Coating

  • 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

Bang Bang Sauce

  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha (adjust to taste)

Taco Assembly

  • 8 small flour tortillas
  • 2 cups shredded cabbage
  • 1 avocado, sliced
  • Lime wedges, for serving

Instructions

  1. Soak the shrimp: In a bowl, soak the shrimp in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator to tenderize and infuse flavor.
  2. Prepare the seasoning mix: In a separate bowl, mix the flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper thoroughly.
  3. Dredge the shrimp: Remove shrimp from buttermilk, letting excess drip off. Dredge each shrimp in the seasoned flour mixture, shaking off any extra flour.
  4. Coat with breadcrumbs: Dip the floured shrimp back into the buttermilk, then coat evenly with panko breadcrumbs, pressing gently to ensure they stick well.
  5. Fry the shrimp: Heat 1 inch of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the shrimp in batches until golden brown and cooked through, about 2-3 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
  6. Make the bang bang sauce: Whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, and sriracha in a small bowl. Adjust sriracha quantity to desired heat level.
  7. Assemble the tacos: Place shredded cabbage on each tortilla, add fried shrimp, drizzle with bang bang sauce, and top with avocado slices.
  8. Serve: Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the tacos.

Notes

  • For added crunch, consider topping tacos with sliced radishes or pickled jalapeños.
  • To make a vegetarian version, substitute crispy tofu for the shrimp.

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