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Delicious Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos served with fresh ingredients and creamy sauce

Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos

These tacos combine juicy, crispy shrimp with a luscious, slightly spicy bang bang sauce and fresh toppings, making them perfect for warm-weather evenings or casual gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course, Taco Night
Cuisine Mexican, Seafood
Servings 4 tacos
Calories 300 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the bang bang sauce

  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon sweet chili sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon lime juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste

For the shrimp

  • 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined use medium to large shrimp for best bite-size pieces
  • ½ cup cornstarch
  • Neutral oil for frying (like vegetable or canola) for frying method

For assembling tacos

  • Taco shells or tortillas
  • Lettuce, shredded
  • Tomatoes, diced
  • Green onions, sliced

Instructions
 

Make the bang bang sauce

  • In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, lime juice, salt, and pepper to create the bang bang sauce.
  • Whisk until smooth. Taste and adjust seasoning as desired.
  • Tip: For a silkier sauce, pulse the ingredients in a small blender.

Dredge the shrimp

  • Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels.
  • In a shallow dish, dredge the shrimp in cornstarch until fully coated.
  • Tip: Shake off excess cornstarch.

Cook the shrimp

  • Heat oil in a pan over medium heat until shimmering (aim for 350°F).
  • Fry the shrimp in batches for 2-3 minutes per side until golden and crispy.
  • Drain on paper towels.
  • Tip: Shrimp are done when they curl into a loose 'C' and are opaque.
  • Variations: For air-fried or oven-roasted methods, reference the specific instructions.

Toss with sauce

  • Reserve some sauce to drizzle on tacos.
  • Gently toss the fried shrimp in the remaining bang bang sauce.
  • Tip: Toss just before assembling to maintain crispness.

Assemble the tacos

  • Warm taco shells or tortillas briefly.
  • Layer with shredded lettuce, coated shrimp, diced tomatoes, and sliced green onions.
  • Drizzle with reserved sauce and serve immediately.
  • Tip: Provide lime wedges and extra green onions for customization.

Notes

Best to store components separately for optimal texture. Left fried shrimp can be reheated for crispiness. Variations include using corn tortillas or making lettuce wraps.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g
Keyword Bang Bang Shrimp, Easy Dinner, Shrimp Tacos, Spicy Tacos, Weeknight Meal
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