Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos

Take your Taco Tuesday up a notch with crispy, tangy and spicy Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos!

1

MARINATE SHRIMP

Add shrimp, milk and lemon juice to a medium bowl. Let the shrimp marinate in the buttermilk for 15 minutes while you prep the rest of your ingredients.

2

MAKE BREADING

In a large bowl combine cornstarch, onion powder, garlic powder and salt.

3

COAT SHRIMP IN BREADING

Add in a couple shrimp at a time and coat both sides in the cornstarch breading.

4

FRY SHRIMP

Preheat the oil to 350 degrees. Cook the shrimp in batches making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Remove from the oil and transfer to a baking sheet topped with a wire rack. Repeat with the remaining shrimp.

5

MAKE SAUCE

Add the sweet Thai chili sauce and the mayonnaise to a small bowl. Add sriracha to taste then whisk to combine. Set aside.

6

MAKE COLESLAW

Add the mayonnaise, sour cream, vinegar, onion powder, garlic powder and sugar to a medium bowl. Whisk to combine. Toss in the red and green cabbage and season with salt and pepper to taste.

7

ASSEMBLE

Either toss the shrimp in the bang bang sauce or place the shrimp on the tacos then drizzle with sauce! Then layer coleslaw on top and fresh cilantro.

Serve these Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos with lime wedges on the plate for squeezing on top.

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