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Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos: A Tasty Recipe You Must Try!

Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos: A Tasty Recipe You Must Try!

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Spice up your taco night with these Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos, a delightful blend of crispy shrimp and zesty flavors. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings, bringing a fun twist to traditional tacos. Begin with tender shrimp marinated in buttermilk, coated in seasoned flour and panko breadcrumbs, then fried to golden perfection. Drizzle with a creamy bang bang sauce that packs a punch and top with fresh cabbage and avocado for added crunch. Each bite is a fusion of textures and tastes that will leave everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

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  • 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 avocado, sliced
  • Lime wedges, for serving

Instructions

  1. Soak shrimp in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes.
  2. In a bowl, mix flour with paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Dredge soaked shrimp in the seasoned flour mixture.
  4. Dip shrimp back into buttermilk then coat with panko breadcrumbs.
  5. Heat oil in a skillet and fry shrimp until golden brown (about 2-3 minutes per side).
  6. Whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, and sriracha for the bang bang sauce.
  7. Assemble tacos by placing shredded cabbage on tortillas, adding fried shrimp, drizzling with sauce, and topping with avocado.
  8. Serve immediately with lime wedges.

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