Crispy Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos
Ingredients:
For the Shrimp:
1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/2 cup buttermilk
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup cornstarch
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp smoked paprika
Salt and black pepper to taste
Vegetable oil for frying
For the Bang Bang Sauce:
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
1 tbsp sriracha sauce
1 tbsp honey
1 tsp lime juice
For the Tacos:
8 small flour tortillas
2 cups shredded lettuce
1/2 cup diced tomatoes
1/4 cup sliced green onions
Lime wedges for serving
Directions:
Marinate Shrimp: In a large bowl, combine the buttermilk and shrimp. Let it marinate for 15 minutes.
Prepare Coating: In another bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Heat Oil: Heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until hot.
Coat Shrimp: Dredge the marinated shrimp in the flour mixture, coating them evenly.
Fry Shrimp: Fry the shrimp in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
Make Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha sauce, honey, and lime juice to make the Bang Bang Sauce.
Assemble Tacos: Place a few pieces of fried shrimp on each tortilla. Drizzle with Bang Bang Sauce and top with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, and sliced green onions.
Serve: Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.
Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4 | Kcal: 350 kcal per serving
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