Description
These Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos combine crispy, spicy shrimp with a creamy, tangy sauce, crunchy cabbage, and creamy avocado, all wrapped in warm flour tortillas. Perfect for a flavorful and easy weeknight dinner, these tacos balance heat and zest with a satisfying crunch and fresh toppings.
Ingredients
Scale
Shrimp and Breading
- 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
Sauce and Toppings
- 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
- Soak the Shrimp: In a bowl, soak the peeled and deveined shrimp in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator. This step tenderizes the shrimp and infuses it with flavor.
- Prepare the Flour Mixture: In a separate bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to ensure even seasoning.
- Dredge Shrimp in Flour: Remove shrimp from the buttermilk, letting excess drip off. Dredge each shrimp in the seasoned flour, shaking off any extra to avoid clumps.
- Coat with Panko: Dip the floured shrimp back into the buttermilk briefly, then coat thoroughly with panko breadcrumbs, pressing gently so the crumbs adhere well to the shrimp.
- Fry the Shrimp: Heat about 1 inch of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Fry the shrimp in batches for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
- Make the Bang Bang Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, and sriracha. Adjust the sriracha to your preferred spice level.
- Assemble the Tacos: Place a handful of shredded cabbage on each flour tortilla. Top with crispy shrimp, drizzle with the bang bang sauce, and add sliced avocado on top.
- Serve: Serve the tacos immediately with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over, which adds fresh brightness to the dish.
Notes
- For extra crunch, try adding sliced radishes or pickled jalapeños on top of the tacos.
- You can substitute the shrimp with crispy tofu to make a vegetarian version of the tacos.
Keywords: Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos, Fried Shrimp Tacos, Spicy Shrimp, Crunchy Shrimp Tacos, Easy Taco Recipe, Seafood Tacos