Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos

This bang bang shrimp tacos recipe is the best combination of flavors! Easy shrimp tacos are topped with crunchy slaw, shrimp taco sauce, and a drizzle of sriracha.

Ingredients:

For the Bang Bang Sauce:

• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 teaspoon sriracha (adjust to taste)
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

For the Shrimp:

• 1 lb medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 egg
• 1/2 cup milk
• Vegetable oil for frying

For the Tacos:

• 8-10 small flour tortillas
• 2 cups shredded cabbage or coleslaw mix
• 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
• 1/4 cup thinly sliced green onions
• Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish
• Lime wedges for serving

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Bang Bang Sauce:
   • In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, honey, sriracha, and garlic powder. Set aside.
2. Prepare the Shrimp:
   • In a bowl, mix flour, cornstarch, paprika, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
   • In another bowl, beat together the egg and milk.
   • Dip each shrimp into the egg mixture, then coat in the flour mixture.
3. Fry the Shrimp:
   • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
   • Fry the shrimp in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.
4. Toss Shrimp in Sauce:
   • Place the fried shrimp in a bowl and toss with the Bang Bang sauce until evenly coated.
5. Assemble the Tacos:
   • Warm the tortillas in a skillet or microwave.
   • Fill each tortilla with shredded cabbage, a few pieces of sauced shrimp, diced tomatoes, and green onions.
   • Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves.
6. Serve:
   • Serve the Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos with lime wedges for squeezing over the tacos.