Description
Bang bang shrimp tacos deliver a sensational burst of flavor with each bite! Crispy shrimp coated in a creamy, spicy sauce are nestled in soft tortillas alongside fresh veggies and zesty lime. Perfect for taco nights or casual gatherings, these easy-to-make tacos are sure to impress your friends and family. Get ready for a fiesta on your plate that will have everyone coming back for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp, deveined and peeled
- 8 small corn or flour tortillas
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
- 1 tbsp Sriracha (adjust to taste)
- 2 cups shredded cabbage
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup cornstarch for coating
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat dry.
- In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, and Sriracha until smooth.
- Coat shrimp in a mixture of cornstarch, salt, and pepper until fully covered.
- Heat oil in a pan over medium-high heat; fry shrimp until golden brown (about 2-3 minutes per side).
- Warm tortillas briefly; layer with shredded cabbage, crispy shrimp, and drizzle with bang bang sauce.
- Garnish with cilantro and a squeeze of lime before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (200g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 160mg