Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos
Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos deliver crunchy, cornstarch-fried shrimp tossed in a tangy-sweet, gently spicy sauce, tucked into warm corn tortillas. Crisp red cabbage, fresh cilantro, creamy avocado, and mild rinsed onion add color and texture, while lime brightens each bite. Ideal for a lively weeknight dinner or casual gathering.
- Prep30 mins
- Cook10 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 51 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 21 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 56 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
How it scores for each health goal
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- 35
- Heart Health
- 37
- Metabolic
- 49
- Digestive
- 69
- Inflammatory
- 53
- Performance
- 41
- General Wellness
- 1
Gather all the ingredients.
- 2
Put the shrimp in a bowl. Add the buttermilk, garlic, salt, pepper, and onion powder, and toss to coat. Let sit at room temperature while you prepare the remaining ingredients, about 30 minutes.
- 3
To make the bang bang sauce, whisk the mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, and Sriracha together in a large bowl.
- 4
Prepare the cabbage, cilantro, avocado, and onion before you start cooking. Place the chopped onion in a fine-mesh sieve. Rinse under cold running water, then drain to reduce its sharpness. Blot dry with paper towels and set aside.
- 5
Warm the corn tortillas, one at a time, on a dry skillet or griddle or directly over the grates of a gas burner over medium heat for 20 to 30 seconds per side. Stack the tortillas as they are finished and place them between a folded sheet of foil to steam and stay warm. For flour tortillas, wrap in a damp paper towel and heat in the microwave for 30 seconds.
- 6
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Drain the shrimp and discard the marinade. Dredge the shrimp, in 2 batches, in cornstarch to coat, shaking off any excess.
- 7
Fry the shrimp, in 2 batches, until opaque, 3 to 4 minutes, turning once and adding more oil as needed.
- 8
Transfer the cooked shrimp to the bowl with the bang bang sauce and toss to coat.
- 9
Divide the cabbage among the warm tortillas. Top with the shrimp, cilantro, avocado, and white onion. Spoon any extra bang bang sauce over the top. Serve with lime wedges.
- Calories 764.86 kcal High 38%
- Protein 27.31 g Good Source 55%
- Carbohydrate 66.34 g 24%
- Total Fat 43.37 g High 56%
- Saturated Fat 6.47 g High 32%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 163.31 mg High 54%
- Sodium 852.47 mg High 37%
- Dietary Fiber 7.01 g Good Source 25%
- Total Sugars 10.64 g --
- Added Sugars 5.37 g Moderate 11%
- Calcium 260.2 mg Good Source 20%
- Iron 1.29 mg Low Source 7%
- Potassium 774.83 mg Moderate 16%
- Vitamin A 113.6 mcg Moderate 13%
- Vitamin C 53.43 mg Good Source 59%
- Vitamin D 0.18 mcg Low Source 1%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Shellfish 🦐
- Eggs 🥚
- Milk 🥛
- Soy 🌱
- Corn 🌽
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos is made with 17 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 40 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Avocado, Black Pepper, Buttermilk, and Cornstarch. Each serving provides about 764.86 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos made of?
- The main ingredients are Avocado, Black Pepper, Buttermilk, Cornstarch, Corn Tortilla. The full list of 17 is above.
- How long does it take to make Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos?
- About 40 mins in total: 30 mins to prepare and 10 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 764.86 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 17 ingredients and 9 steps.
- Is Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos healthy?
- Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos has an easyChef Pro health score of 43/100. Per serving, it provides 764.86 calories and 27.31 g of protein, or 55% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber, calcium and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 852.47 mg (37% of the Daily Value), saturated fat at 6.47 g (32% of the Daily Value) and added sugars at 5.37 g (11% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus, Shellfish, Eggs, Milk, Soy, Corn, Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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