Description
Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos are a culinary delight that combines crispy, golden shrimp with a creamy, spicy sauce, all wrapped in warm corn tortillas. Perfect for any weeknight dinner or casual gathering, these tacos are not just a meal; they’re an experience that will impress your family and friends. With customizable toppings and an irresistible flavor profile, they’re sure to become a favorite at your table. Get ready for a fiesta of taste with every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 8 corn tortillas
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 3 tbsp sriracha sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 cups shredded lettuce (romaine or green leaf)
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Thaw shrimp if frozen and pat dry with paper towels.
- Set up a breading station with flour seasoned with salt and pepper in one bowl, beaten eggs in another, and panko breadcrumbs mixed with paprika in the last.
- Dip each shrimp into the flour mixture, then the egg wash, and finally coat evenly with panko breadcrumbs.
- Heat oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering (about 350°F). Fry shrimp in batches for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sriracha sauce, honey, and lime juice to make the Bang Bang Sauce.
- Warm corn tortillas on a skillet until pliable. Layer shredded lettuce on each tortilla, add crispy shrimp, drizzle with sauce, top with green onions, and serve with lime wedges.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (200g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 160mg