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Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos

Deliciously crispy shrimp tossed in a spicy mayo sauce, served in soft tortillas with fresh toppings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Tacos
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Shrimp and Coating
  • 1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs for extra crunch
  • 2 large eggs beaten
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
Bang Bang Sauce
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
  • 1 tbsp Sriracha adjust to taste
  • 1 tsp lime juice
Taco Assembly
  • 8 small flour tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded cabbage for crunch
  • 1 medium avocado sliced
  • 1/4 cup cilantro chopped
  • 1 lime lime wedges for serving

Method
 

Prepare the Shrimp
  1. In a mixing bowl, season the shrimp with salt and pepper.
  2. Dredge each shrimp in flour, dip in beaten eggs, then coat with panko breadcrumbs.
Fry the Shrimp
  1. Heat oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat.
  2. Fry the shrimp in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per side.
Make the Bang Bang Sauce
  1. In a small bowl, mix together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, Sriracha, and lime juice until smooth.
Assemble the Tacos
  1. Warm the tortillas in a dry pan or microwave.
  2. Place a layer of shredded cabbage on each tortilla, add fried shrimp, drizzle with Bang Bang sauce, and top with avocado and cilantro.
  3. Serve with lime wedges on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gFiber: 3gSugar: 2g

Notes

Feel free to adjust the spice level of the sauce according to your preference.

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