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Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos

Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos bring together crispy shrimp tossed in a creamy, spicy sauce, paired with fresh ingredients. Perfect for any occasion!

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 12 corn tortillas
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1 container of pico de gallo (store-bought)
  • 1 (14 oz) package coleslaw mix
  • 2 tablespoons vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon canola oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 4 tablespoons avocado oil (for frying)
  • 1 pound shrimp (peeled and deveined)
  • 2 cups cornstarch
  • 1/2 cup light mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha
  • Salt (to taste)

Instructions

  • Prepare coleslaw by mixing coleslaw mix, vinegar, sugar, canola oil, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
  • Mix light mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, and Sriracha to create the Bang Bang sauce.
  • Heat avocado oil in a pan, coat shrimp in cornstarch, and fry until golden.
  • Toss cooked shrimp in the Bang Bang sauce until well-coated.
  • Warm corn tortillas in the microwave, then layer with coleslaw, shrimp, pico de gallo, and cilantro.

Notes

Ensure the oil is hot enough before adding shrimp for optimal crispiness.
Adjust the Sriracha amount based on your spice preference.
Consider adding lime juice to the coleslaw for added flavor.

  • Author: Rachael
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 2
  • Sodium: 600
  • Fat: 18
  • Saturated Fat: 2
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 27
  • Fiber: 3
  • Protein: 14
  • Cholesterol: 150