Crispy shrimp tossed in creamy, spicy sauce—served in warm tortillas with crunchy slaw. Pure flavor explosion!
Yields: 4 servings (makes 8 tacos)
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: ~30 minutes
Ingredients
For the Shrimp:
- 1 lb (450g) raw shrimp, peeled and deveined (medium or large)
- ½ cup buttermilk (or milk + 1 tsp lemon juice)
- ½ cup cornstarch
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
- Oil, for frying (vegetable or canola)
For the Bang Bang Sauce:
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup sweet chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon Sriracha (or to taste)
- 1 tsp honey or sugar (optional, for balance)
For the Tacos:
- 8 small corn or flour tortillas
- 2 cups shredded cabbage or coleslaw mix
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
- Optional: sliced avocado, green onions, or jalapeños