– 1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
– 1 cup all-purpose flour
– 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
– 2 large eggs
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon paprika
– 1 teaspoon salt
– ½ teaspoon pepper
– Oil for frying
– For the Bang Bang Sauce:
– ½ cup mayonnaise
– 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
– 1 tablespoon sriracha (adjust for spice preference)
– 1 teaspoon lime juice
– Taco shells or tortillas
– Shredded cabbage
– Chopped cilantro
– Lime wedges for serving
Follow these easy steps to create your Crispy Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos:
1. Prepare the Bang Bang Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, and lime juice until smooth. Set aside.
2. Prepare the Breading Station: In three shallow bowls, prepare the following:
– Bowl 1: Place the flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
– Bowl 2: Beat the eggs.
– Bowl 3: Add the panko breadcrumbs.
3. Coat the Shrimp: Dip each shrimp first in the flour mixture, coating evenly. Next, dip it in the beaten egg, and finally coat well with panko breadcrumbs.
4. Heat Oil: In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
5. Fry the Shrimp: Carefully place the breaded shrimp into the hot oil, frying in batches. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy. Remove and place on a paper towel to absorb excess oil.
6. Assemble the Tacos: In taco shells or tortillas, layer crispy shrimp, followed by shredded cabbage, and drizzle with the Bang Bang sauce.
7. Garnish: Top with chopped cilantro and serve with lime wedges.
8. Enjoy: Dig into your Crispy Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos and relish the incredible flavors!