25-Minute Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos – Irresistibly Crispy Recipe
These 25-Minute Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos are irresistibly crispy and bursting with bold flavors. Crispy fried shrimp coated in a spicy, creamy bang bang sauce are served in warm tortillas with fresh cabbage and cilantro, garnished with lime wedges for a refreshing finish. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or casual gathering, these tacos combine crunchy textures and spicy-sweet flavors in every bite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 8 tacos 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Shrimp and Coating
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup flour
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Sauce
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp sweet chili sauce
- 1 tbsp sriracha
Tacos
- 8 small tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cabbage
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
Instructions
- Prepare the flour coating: In a bowl, mix the flour, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper together thoroughly to form the seasoned coating for the shrimp.
- Coat the shrimp: Take the peeled and deveined shrimp and toss them in the flour mixture until each piece is well coated on all sides, ensuring a crispy texture when fried.
- Fry the shrimp: Heat oil in a deep pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the coated shrimp for about 2-3 minutes per side or until they turn golden brown and crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
- Make the bang bang sauce: In a separate bowl, combine mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, and sriracha. Mix well until smooth and creamy, adjusting sriracha to desired spice level.
- Toss shrimp in sauce: Immediately toss the hot fried shrimp gently in the bang bang sauce so each piece is evenly coated.
- Warm the tortillas: Heat the tortillas on a dry skillet or microwave briefly until warm and pliable.
- Assemble the tacos: Fill each warm tortilla with a portion of the bang bang shrimp, then top with shredded cabbage and chopped cilantro for freshness and crunch.
- Serve: Serve the tacos immediately, garnished with lime wedges on the side to squeeze over for a bright, zesty finish.
Notes
- Use fresh shrimp for the best texture and flavor.
- Adjust the amount of sriracha in the sauce to make the tacos more or less spicy according to your preference.
- Serve the tacos immediately after assembly to maintain the shrimp’s crispiness.
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