Bang bang shrimp tacos are a delightful combination of fusion cuisines. A favorite amongst seaside taco shacks, these tacos feature crispy fried shrimp coated in a creamy and spicy sauce packed inside a warm lightly grilled soft shell tortilla. The combination of the salty, savory fried shrimp with the cool and tangy vegetables makes for a truly unique and delicious experience.
Embark on a flavor-packed journey with our Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos recipe. These tacos redefine taste with crispy, succulent shrimp coated in a tantalizing blend of spices and our signature Bang Bang sauce. Nestled in a soft tortilla and topped with vibrant slaw, each bite is a burst of textures and zesty delight. Elevate your taco night and treat your senses to a fusion of savory, spicy, and creamy notes that dance in harmony. Whether for a fiesta with friends or a quick weeknight craving, these tacos will leave you craving more of their irresistible allure.
Ingredients:
- Lane’s Honey Sriracha Rub
- Lane’s Sorta White Sauce
- Bachans Japanese BBQ Sauce
- 1 lb small to medium size shrimp
- Sweet Chili Sauce (Mae Ploy Sweet Chili Sauce)
- Corn Starch
- Vegetable oil
- Tortillas
Optional Ingredients
- Optional Sriracha Hot Sauce (if you want some heat)
- Tomato
- Cilantro
- Cabbage
Instructions:
- Make sure your shrimp is peeled, deveined, and has no tails. Marinate your shrimp overnight in Bachan’s Japanese BBQ Sauce and 1 tbsp Lane’s Honey Sriracha.
- (next day) In a bowl mix up 1/2 cup of Lane’s Sorta White, 1/3 cup Sweet Chili Sauce, 1 tbsp Bachan’s, and 1 tbsp Lane’s Honey Sriracha rub – set to the side. For added heat add Sriracha Hot Sauce 1 – 2 tbsp
- Heat up 1 1/2 inch of cooking oil in a deep pan or pot to about 375 degrees. Using a shallow dish coat each side of the shrimp with cornstarch. Add Shrimp in batches to the oil and fry 2 minutes per side until the light brown and crispy. Remove using a strainer and place in a bowl with paper towels in the bottom to catch any extra oil.
- Once all shrimp are fried add them to a bowl and pour over 2/3 of the bang bang mixture and mix/toss.
- Now you’re ready to assemble the tacos how you like. We used tomatoes, cilantro, bang bang shrimp, and a drizzle of the leftover bang bang sauce.
Recipe Note
1. Rub substitutions – Spellbound Hot is a great substitute for Honey Sriracha
Recipe Provided by Lanes BBQ