Recipe: Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos
Ready to elevate your taco game with a mouthwatering twist? Picture this: crispy, golden-brown shrimp coated in a creamy, spicy sauce, nestled in warm tortillas topped with vibrant slaw. These Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos are a flavor explosion waiting to happen! Combining the zingy punch of a special sauce with the delightful crunch of perfectly cooked shrimp, these tacos are a fiesta for your taste buds. Whether you're a seafood lover or just someone who enjoys a delicious culinary adventure, this recipe is your ticket to a taco night like no other. Join me as we delve into crafting these irresistible tacos that bring a fusion of textures and bold flavors to your table!
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup Vegetable oil
- 1 cup Buttermilk
- 3/4 cup All-purpose Flour
- 1/2 cup Cornstarch
- 2 Large egg
- 1 tbsp Hot Sauce
- Kosher salt to taste
- 1 1/2 pounds Medium shrimp, peeled & deveined (Passanante Product #: 116606)
- 1 cup Panko
- 12 6-inch Corn tortillas
- 2 tbsp Cilantro, chopped
Slaw:
- 2 cups Green cabbage, shredded
- 1 cup Red cabbage, shredded
- 1/4 cup Sour cream
- 1/4 cup Mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1/2 tsp Salt
Sauce:
- 1/4 cup Mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp Sweet chili sauce
- 1 tbsp Honey
- 2 tbsp Frank’s hot sauce
Method:
- To make the slaw, combine cabbage, sour cream, mayonnaise, cilantro, garlic, lime juice and salt in a large bowl; set aside.
- To make the sauce, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, honey and Frank’s Hot Sauce in a small bowl; set aside.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium high heat.
- In a large bowl, whisk together buttermilk, flour, cornstarch, egg and hot sauce; season with salt and pepper, to taste.
- Working one at a time, dip shrimp into buttermilk mixture, then dredge in Panko, pressing to coat.
- Working in batches, add shrimp to the skillet and cook until evenly golden and crispy, about 2-3 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.
- Serve immediately with tortillas and slaw, drizzled with sweet chili sauce and garnished with cilantro, if desired.
