Dynamite Shrimp Tacos (Bang Bang Shrimp)
Dynamite Shrimp Tacos are a simple and tasty way to add some flair to your meal. Their crispy texture and flavorful sauce make them a crowd-pleaser for any event.
Servings 4 servings
Calories 164kcal
Ingredients
- 1 lb shrimp peeled and deveined, tail on or off (453 g)
- ½ cup buttermilk 4.22 fluid oz | 125 ml
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon sea salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ¾ cup cornstarch 4.2 oz | 120 g
- Oil to fry
Bang Bang Sauce
- ½ cup mayonnaise 4 oz | 115 g
- 3 tablespoon sweet chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon sriracha sauce
Instructions
- Pat dry shrimp and place in a medium bowl. Pour buttermilk in it and stir gently. Set aside for 10 minutes.
- In a shallow bowl, combine salt, pepper and cornstarch. Set aside.
- Heat about 2 cups of vegetable oil on high heat in 10-inch Cast Iron Skillet.
- Remove shrimp one by one. Let the buttermilk drip off. Dip in the cornstarch and place in hot oil. Repeat the same with all shrimp.
- When the shrimp is nicely golden, remove and set on a serving platter with paper towels.
- Bang Bang Sauce: Combine all ingredients in a bowl. Drizzle half on the shrimp and toss gently to coat.
- Serve in tacos with the rest of the bang bang sauce.
Notes
Serve with: Tortilla, vegetables,
Garnish with: green onions
Nutrition
Calories: 164kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 6mg | Sodium: 620mg | Potassium: 71mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 55IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 38mg | Iron: 0.2mg
