Ingredients
– 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
– 1 cup buttermilk
– 1 cup all-purpose flour
– 1/2 cup cornstarch
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon paprika
– 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Vegetable oil for frying
– 8 small corn or flour tortillas
– 2 cups shredded cabbage (green or red)
– 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
– Slices of lime for garnish
Instructions
Creating Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos is a fun and rewarding process. Follow these steps for a delightful meal:
1. Prepare the Bang Bang Sauce: In a bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, and lime juice. Set aside.
2. Marinate the Shrimp: Place the shrimp in a bowl and pour the buttermilk over them. Allow to marinate for about 10-15 minutes.
3. Prepare the Coating: In a separate bowl, combine the flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper.
4. Heat the Oil: In a deep pan, heat about 1-2 inches of vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
5. Coat the Shrimp: Remove the shrimp from the buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off. Dredge each shrimp in the flour mixture, ensuring they are fully coated.
6. Fry the Shrimp: Carefully place the coated shrimp in the hot oil. Fry in batches to avoid overcrowding until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per side.
7. Drain the Shrimp: Use a slotted spoon to transfer the shrimp to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
8. Warm the Tortillas: Lightly heat the tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave for about 20 seconds until warm and pliable.
9. Assemble the Tacos: Place a handful of shredded cabbage on each tortilla, followed by a few pieces of fried shrimp.
10. Drizzle with Bang Bang Sauce: Top each taco generously with the prepared bang bang sauce.
11. Garnish: Sprinkle with cilantro if using, and add lime slices on the side for an extra zing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 600 kcal
- Fat: 30g
- Protein: 25g