30-Minute Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos with Purple Cabbage Slaw
30-Minute Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos with Purple Cabbage Slaw are a delightful fusion of crispy shrimp and zesty slaw, all wrapped in warm tortillas. These vibrant tacos are not only quick to prepare but also packed with flavor, making them perfect for Taco Tuesday or any casual gathering. The creamy bang bang sauce adds a spicy kick that will leave your taste buds dancing. Enjoy this fun and delicious dish that brings friends and family together in just 30 minutes!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 (8 tacos) 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
- 1–2 tablespoons sriracha (to taste)
- 8 corn or flour tortillas
- 2 cups purple cabbage (thinly sliced)
- 1 cup carrots (shredded)
- Juice of 1 lime
Instructions
- Thaw shrimp if frozen and pat dry with paper towels.
- Set up a breading station: place panko breadcrumbs in one bowl and whisk an egg in another.
- Dip each shrimp into the egg, then coat thoroughly with panko breadcrumbs.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; fry shrimp until golden brown, about 2 minutes per side.
- In a separate bowl, mix mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, and sriracha to make the bang bang sauce.
- Warm tortillas and assemble tacos by layering fried shrimp, slaw, and drizzling with the bang bang sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 150mg