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Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos

A delightful combination of crispy shrimp, a spicy kick, and fresh toppings, making them a perfect choice for taco night.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 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
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha adjust to taste
  • 8 small flour tortillas
  • 2 cups shredded cabbage
  • 1 whole avocado, sliced
  • lime wedges for serving

Method
 

  1. Soak the shrimp in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
  2. Prepare the seasoned flour mixture by combining all-purpose flour with paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Dredge the shrimp in the seasoned flour mixture, shaking off any excess flour.
  4. Coat the shrimp with panko breadcrumbs after dipping them back into the buttermilk.
  5. Fry the shrimp in hot oil for about 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  6. Whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, and sriracha to make the bang bang sauce.
  7. Assemble the tacos by placing shredded cabbage, fried shrimp, bang bang sauce, and avocado slices on tortillas.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 25g

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