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Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos

Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos: Crispy, Creamy Bliss at Home

Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos are a festive weeknight recipe combining crispy shrimp, tortillas, and a creamy sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Slaw
  • 4 cups Thinly Sliced Cabbage Use a mix of green and purple for color
  • 2 scallions Scallions Thinly sliced diagonally
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro Optional, omit if desired
  • 1/2 cup Kewpie Mayonnaise Regular mayonnaise can be used as a substitute
  • 1/4 cup Sour Cream Can be substituted with Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Freshly squeezed is best
For the Bang Bang Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Thai Sweet Chili Sauce Essential for the bang bang sauce
  • 1-2 tablespoons Sriracha Adjust based on spice preference
For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound Jumbo or Extra-Large Shrimp Peeled and deveined
  • to taste Salt and Pepper Basic seasoning
  • 1 cup Buttermilk Can be substituted with milk mixed with lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup Cornstarch Key ingredient for crispy coating
For Frying and Assembly
  • 2 cups Vegetable Oil Canola or peanut oil are good alternatives
  • 8 tortillas Soft Flour Tortillas Taco-sized for proper assembly
  • 2 limes Lime Wedges For serving

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Deep frying pan
  • Candy thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Make Coleslaw: In a large mixing bowl, combine the thinly sliced cabbage, scallions, and optional cilantro. Add Kewpie mayonnaise, sour cream, and lime juice. Toss together until well-coated and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  2. Prepare Bang Bang Sauce: In a separate bowl, whisk together Kewpie mayonnaise, Thai sweet chili sauce, and sriracha until smooth.
  3. Prepare Shrimp: Pat shrimp dry, season with salt and pepper, and coat in buttermilk.
  4. Heat Oil: In a deep frying pan, pour enough vegetable oil to reach about 2 inches deep and heat to 350-365°F.
  5. Coat Shrimp: Toss shrimp in cornstarch until evenly coated.
  6. Fry Shrimp: Add shrimp to hot oil in batches, frying for about 4-5 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Assemble Tacos: Place crispy shrimp on tortillas, top with slaw, drizzle with bang bang sauce, and finish with lime juice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For optimal taste, prepare the slaw and sauce a day in advance. Maintain oil temperature for the best results.

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