Description
These Healthier Shrimp Bang Bang Tacos are crispy, spicy, and creamy, with tender seasoned shrimp, a crunchy cabbage slaw, and a simple three-ingredient bang bang sauce.
Ingredients
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For the Bang Bang Sauce:
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt (any fat percentage)
- 3 tbsp sweet chili sauce (adjust to desired spice preference)
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp mayonnaise (optional, for added creaminess/richness)
For the Shrimp:
- 1 lb medium-sized shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tbsp avocado or olive oil
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
For the Cabbage Slaw:
- 1/4 head green cabbage
- 1/4 head purple cabbage
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1-2 tbsp Kewpie mayo (adjust to desired taste preference)
For Assembly:
- 6-8 small corn tortillas
- Cilantro (optional; for garnish)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, and optional mayonnaise until smooth. Taste and adjust sweetness or spice as desired.
- Use a cabbage shredder or a knife to thinly slice the cabbage. Set aside.
- Toss shrimp with avocado or olive oil, salt, black pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, and paprika until evenly coated.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2 – 3 minutes per side, until pink and opaque. Remove from heat.
- Just before assembling, toss the shredded cabbage with salt, pepper, and a little Kewpie mayo.
- Warm the corn tortillas, then layer with the bang bang sauce, cabbage slaw, and cooked shrimp. Optionally top with cilantro and more bang bang sauce. Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2