Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos – Spicy, Crispy, and Lightened-Up

These Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos are bursting with bold flavor—crispy shrimp tossed in a creamy, spicy sauce, tucked into warm tortillas, and topped with crunchy slaw. This version brings you all the crave-worthy textures and zingy taste of the popular restaurant favorite, but with mindful ingredients you can feel great about. Fresh, satisfying, and ready in under 30 minutes—these tacos are a guaranteed hit any night of the week.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Big Flavor, Lighter Build: Crispy shrimp with spicy-sweet sauce made smarter.
Quick Weeknight Win: On the table in under half an hour.
Customizable: Use your favorite tortillas and toppings.
Perfect Portion Control: Two tacos per serving = balance and satisfaction.

Ingredients

For the Shrimp:

• 1 lb medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 tbsp cornstarch
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Cooking spray or 1 tsp olive oil

For the Bang Bang Sauce:

• ¼ cup light mayo or plain Greek yogurt
• 1 ½ tbsp sweet chili sauce
• 1 tsp sriracha (or more to taste)
• 1 tsp honey (optional for sweetness)

For the Tacos:

• 8 small corn or low-carb flour tortillas
• 1 cup shredded cabbage or coleslaw mix
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tsp lime juice
• Chopped green onions or cilantro (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

1. Prep the Slaw
In a bowl, toss shredded cabbage with rice vinegar, lime juice, and a pinch of salt. Set aside to marinate.

2. Coat the Shrimp
Pat shrimp dry. In a bowl, toss with cornstarch, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.

3. Cook the Shrimp
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat with cooking spray or a small amount of olive oil. Add shrimp in a single layer and cook 2–3 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove from heat.

4. Make the Sauce
In a small bowl, whisk together the mayo (or Greek yogurt), sweet chili sauce, sriracha, and honey. Toss the cooked shrimp in the sauce until well coated.

5. Assemble the Tacos
Warm tortillas. Layer each with slaw, a spoonful of Bang Bang shrimp, and garnish with chopped green onions or cilantro if desired.

Nutritional Information (Per Serving – 2 Tacos, Approximate)

Calories: 280
Carbohydrates: 22g
Fat: 10g
Protein: 24g
Fiber: 3g

Tips for Success

• Use Greek Yogurt: It lightens up the sauce while adding a creamy tang.
• Air Fry Option: Air fry shrimp at 400°F for 8–10 minutes for extra crispiness.
• Go Low-Carb: Swap tortillas for lettuce cups.
• Add Crunch: Top with extra chopped peanuts or sliced radishes for texture.

Why This Recipe Works

This dish packs the punch of takeout-style Bang Bang shrimp with fresher ingredients and lighter preparation. Crisp shrimp, spicy sauce, and refreshing slaw create the ultimate taco-night experience—without going overboard.

Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos are everything you want in a taco: bold, spicy, crispy, and satisfying—yet smartly portioned and quick to make. Whether it’s Taco Tuesday or just a craving for something fun and flavorful, this dish is your perfect answer to dinner done right.