Crispy Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos

Crispy Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos

Crispy Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos packed with flavor: fried shrimp tossed in creamy spicy bang bang sauce, fresh cabbage, and herbs in a warm tortilla. This crowd-pleasing recipe is easy to prep, perfect for parties, and totally addictive. Try it today for the ultimate shrimp taco experience.

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Ingredients

For the Bang Bang Shrimp:

1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
1 cup buttermilk
1 cup cornstarch
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
Vegetable oil for frying

For the Bang Bang Sauce:

1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup Thai sweet chili sauce
1 –2 tsp sriracha to taste
1 tsp lime juice

For the Tacos:

4 –6 small flour or corn tortillas
2 cups shredded romaine lettuce or cabbage
1/4 cup sliced green onions
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
Lime wedges for serving

Instructions

Place shrimp in a bowl with buttermilk. Let marinate for 15–30 minutes for extra tenderness and flavor.
In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Thai sweet chili sauce, sriracha, and lime juice until smooth. Set aside.
In a shallow dish, mix cornstarch, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
Remove shrimp from buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off. Dredge each shrimp in the cornstarch mixture until well coated.
Heat 1–2 inches of vegetable oil in a deep skillet to 375°F (190°C).
Fry shrimp in batches for 2–3 minutes per side, until golden and crispy. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.
Gently toss the hot fried shrimp with half the bang bang sauce until evenly coated. Reserve the rest for drizzling.
Warm tortillas in a dry skillet.
Layer each tortilla with shredded cabbage, a generous portion of bang bang shrimp, a drizzle of extra sauce, green onions, and cilantro
Serve immediately with lime wedges for squeezing

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