Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos, where succulent shrimp coated in a creamy, spicy sauce meet fresh toppings and soft tortillas. Perfect for any occasion, these tacos offer a delightful crunch and zest that will transport your taste buds to a summer fiesta. Quick to prepare and bursting with flavor, they’re sure to impress at your next gathering or as a delicious treat for yourself.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 (8 tacos) 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 8 small corn or flour tortillas
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
- Juice of 1 lime
- 2 cups shredded green cabbage
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Rinse the shrimp under cold water, then pat dry.
- In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, lime juice, and optional sriracha for heat. Set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
- Warm tortillas in a separate pan until pliable.
- Assemble tacos by adding cabbage and cooked shrimp to each tortilla. Drizzle with the prepared sauce and garnish with cilantro.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (200g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 210mg