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Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos

Crispy fried shrimp coated in a sweet and spicy sauce, nestled in warm tortillas with fresh, crunchy toppings. A flavor explosion in every bite!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 5 servings
Calories 400 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • Salt and Pepper to taste
  • Oil for frying
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
  • 1-2 teaspoons sriracha or to taste
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice freshly squeezed
  • 8-12 tortillas corn or flour
  • Shredded lettuce
  • Diced tomatoes
  • Chopped cilantro

Instructions
 

  • Make sure your shrimp are peeled, deveined, and patted dry with paper towels.
  • In a medium bowl, toss the shrimp with cornstarch, salt, and pepper. Ensure each shrimp is evenly coated.
  • Heat about 1/2 inch of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, carefully add the shrimp in a single layer. Don't overcrowd the pan; you might need to do this in batches.
  • Fry the shrimp for about 2-3 minutes per side, until they turn golden brown and crispy. They should be cooked through and no longer translucent.
  • Remove the cooked shrimp from the skillet and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, and lime juice until well combined. Taste and adjust the spice level by adding more sriracha if needed.
  • Gently toss the cooked shrimp in the bang bang sauce until they are evenly coated.
  • Warm the tortillas according to package instructions.
  • Fill each warm tortilla with a few pieces of the saucy shrimp.
  • Top with your favorite taco toppings, like shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, cilantro, and a squeeze of lime juice.