BANG BANG SHRIMP TACO ULTIMATE
These Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos deliver a restaurant-quality meal you can easily make at home. Crispy shrimp coated in a creamy, spicy Bang Bang sauce are nestled in warm tortillas with your favorite toppings for a flavor explosion in every bite.
Equipment
- Shallow dishes
- Large skillet or Dutch oven
- Thermometer
- Slotted spoon
- Wire rack
- Small bowl
- Whisk
- Large bowl
- Tortilla warmer or skillet
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup sweet chili sauce
- 2 tablespoons sriracha or more, to taste
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 12 small corn or flour tortillas
- Shredded lettuce or cabbage
- Diced avocado
- Chopped cilantro
- Lime wedges, for serving
- Optional: Sliced green onions
- Optional: Pickled onions
- Optional: Mango salsa
Instructions
- In a shallow dish, combine flour, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- In another shallow dish, pour the buttermilk.
- In a third shallow dish, place the panko breadcrumbs.
- Dredge each shrimp in the flour mixture, then dip in the buttermilk, and finally coat well with the panko breadcrumbs. Make sure they're fully coated for maximum crispiness!
- Heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven to 350°F (175°C). Use a thermometer to ensure the oil is at the correct temperature.
- Carefully add the shrimp to the hot oil in batches, being careful not to overcrowd the pan.
- Fry for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove the shrimp with a slotted spoon and place on a wire rack to drain excess oil.
- In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, and honey until smooth. Taste and adjust the sriracha to your desired level of spice.
- Place the fried shrimp in a large bowl and pour the Bang Bang sauce over them. Toss gently to coat evenly.
- Warm the tortillas according to package directions. You can use a dry skillet, microwave, or oven.
- Fill each tortilla with the Bang Bang shrimp, shredded lettuce or cabbage, diced avocado, and chopped cilantro.
- Garnish with a squeeze of lime juice and any other desired toppings.
Notes
For extra crispy shrimp, ensure the oil is at 350°F and avoid overcrowding the pan. Fry in batches and use a wire rack to drain excess oil. The Bang Bang sauce can be made a day or two in advance and stored in the refrigerator. You can grill the shrimp instead of frying for a lighter option. Adjust sriracha to your spice preference.