Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Preparing the Tacos
- Prepare the Bang Bang Sauce: In a bowl, combine mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, and lime juice. Whisk until smooth, then set aside.
- Marinate Shrimp: Place shrimp in a bowl and cover with buttermilk. Let marinate for 10-15 minutes.
- Prepare Coating: In a separate bowl, mix flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, paprika, cayenne, salt, and pepper.
- Heat Oil: In a deep pan, warm 1-2 inches of oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F.
- Coat Shrimp: Drain buttermilk from shrimp and dredge in flour mixture.
- Fry Shrimp: Fry coated shrimp in batches for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Drain Shrimp: Transfer fried shrimp to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Warm Tortillas: Heat tortillas in a skillet or microwave for about 20 seconds.
- Assemble Tacos: Layer cabbage and crispy shrimp on each tortilla and drizzle with Bang Bang sauce.
- Garnish: Top with cilantro and serve with lime slices.
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Notes
These tacos are quick and customizable, perfect for any gathering or weeknight dinner!