Description
Crispy shrimp coated in a spicy bang bang sauce, served in warm tortillas with fresh slaw for a delightful coastal dining experience.
Ingredients
- 1 lb medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
- ½ cup buttermilk (or milk + 1 tsp lemon juice)
- ½ cup cornstarch
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- Oil for frying (vegetable or canola)
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup sweet chili sauce
- 1 tbsp sriracha (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp honey
- 1 tsp rice vinegar or lime juice
- 1 cup shredded cabbage (green or purple)
- ½ cup shredded carrots
- 2 tbsp chopped green onions
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 6–8 small flour or corn tortillas (warmed)
- Fresh cilantro, chopped
- Lime wedges
- Optional: diced avocado, pickled onions, or extra chili sauce
Instructions
- Prepare the Bang Bang Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, and vinegar. Taste and adjust spice levels as needed. Set aside or refrigerate until ready to use.
- Marinate the Shrimp: Place cleaned shrimp in a bowl with buttermilk, letting them soak for 10–15 minutes.
- Mix the Coating: In another bowl, combine cornstarch, flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Dredge marinated shrimp in the dry mixture, pressing lightly to coat evenly.
- Fry the Shrimp: Heat about ½ inch of oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the shrimp in batches for 2–3 minutes per side, until golden and crispy. Transfer cooked shrimp to a paper towel-lined plate.
- Toss in Sauce: In a large bowl, gently toss the crispy shrimp with half of the bang bang sauce. Reserve the rest for drizzling or dipping later.
- Make the Slaw: In a small bowl, toss shredded cabbage, carrots, green onions, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Let sit for 5-10 minutes to absorb flavors.
- Assemble the Tacos: Warm tortillas and add slaw, top with bang bang shrimp, drizzle with extra sauce, and garnish with cilantro and lime wedges.
Notes
For extra flavor, infuse frying oil with garlic or herbs before cooking shrimp. For a healthier option, consider baking the shrimp instead of frying them.
