25-Minute Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos for Ultimate Taco Nights

Try these 25-Minute Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos for a quick and satisfying dinner that's sure to impress.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Total Time 25

Servings: 4 tacos

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Mexican

Calories: 450

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Shrimp

1 pound Fresh shrimp frozen must be thawed and dried
1 cup All-Purpose Flour gluten-free flour is an alternative
2 large Eggs or a flax egg for vegan option
1/4 cup Cornstarch omit for softer texture
1/2 cup Buttermilk can mix milk with vinegar as a replacement

For the Sauce

1/2 cup Sweet Chili Sauce can make a homemade mix
1 tablespoon Sriracha adjust based on spice preference
2 tablespoons Lime Juice use fresh lime juice for best taste

For Assembling

8 pieces Corn or Flour Tortillas choose based on preference
2 cups Green Cabbage shredded
1/2 cup Cilantro chopped

Equipment

large skillet
shallow bowls
Slotted spoon
Whisk

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and season lightly with salt and pepper.
Set up a breading station with three bowls: one for flour, one for beaten eggs, and one for cornstarch.
Dredge each shrimp in flour, dip in eggs, and coat with the cornstarch mixture.
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and fry shrimp in batches for 3-4 minutes.
Whisk together sweet chili sauce, mayonnaise, sriracha, and lime juice for the sauce.
Warm tortillas in a skillet, then layer with cabbage and shrimp, drizzling with sauce.
Serve immediately with extra lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 2tacosCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 25gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For the best results, use freshly squeezed lime juice and serve tacos immediately after assembling.

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