Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos (Printable Version)
Golden crispy shrimp with spicy creamy sauce, crunchy slaw, and fresh avocado in warm tortillas.
# What You Need:
→ Shrimp
01 - 1 lb medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
02 - 1/2 cup cornstarch
03 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
04 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
05 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
06 - 2 large eggs, beaten
07 - 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
08 - Vegetable oil, for frying
→ Bang Bang Sauce
09 - 1/3 cup mayonnaise
10 - 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
11 - 1 tablespoon Sriracha
12 - 1 teaspoon honey
13 - 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
→ Slaw
14 - 2 cups shredded green cabbage
15 - 1/2 cup shredded carrots
16 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
17 - 1 tablespoon lime juice
18 - 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
19 - Salt and pepper, to taste
→ Tacos & Garnishes
20 - 8 small flour or corn tortillas
21 - 1 avocado, sliced
22 - Lime wedges
23 - Additional cilantro, for garnish
# How to Make It:
01 - Whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, Sriracha, honey, and rice vinegar in a small bowl until smooth. Set aside for later use.
02 - Combine shredded cabbage, carrots, chopped cilantro, lime juice, and mayonnaise in a medium bowl. Season with salt and pepper, toss thoroughly, and refrigerate until serving.
03 - Arrange three shallow bowls: first with cornstarch mixed with salt, pepper, and garlic powder; second with beaten eggs; third with panko breadcrumbs.
04 - Pat shrimp completely dry with paper towels. Dredge each shrimp in the cornstarch mixture, dip into beaten egg, then press firmly into panko crumbs to coat evenly.
05 - Heat 1/2 inch vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry shrimp in batches for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Drain on paper towels.
06 - Place fried shrimp in a large bowl and gently toss with half of the Bang Bang sauce until evenly coated. Reserve remaining sauce for serving.
07 - Heat tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for 15-20 seconds per side or wrap in damp paper towels and microwave for 30 seconds.
08 - Layer slaw onto each warm tortilla, top with Bang Bang shrimp and avocado slices. Drizzle with reserved sauce, garnish with fresh cilantro, and serve with lime wedges.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The crispy shrimp with that creamy spicy sauce hits every craving at once
- They come together faster than you can order takeout but taste way better
02 -
- Crowding the pan while frying drops the oil temperature and makes the shrimp soggy
- The breading needs to set for a minute or two after frying before tossing in sauce
03 -
- Use a spider strainer or slotted spoon to remove shrimp from hot oil
- Serve the sauce on the side so guests can control their spice level