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Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos

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October 19, 2018 By Nicole Nared-Washington 15 Comments

When you can’t get to Bonefish Grill, you can make these Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos for a quick and easy fix! These crunchy fried shrimp are covered with a sweet and spicy sauce that will keep you craving!

Bang Bng Shrimp Tacos

I must warn you, these Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos are extremely addicting and a definite crow pleaser.


Okay, I must admit something to you all…

Ugh, I’m ashamed to admit this to you guys…

But, I never had “Bang Bang Shrimp” from Bonefish Grill.

I KNOW! I KNOW!

 

How can I make a recipe based off the originator of Bang Bang Shrimp, if I never actually had Bang Bang Shrimp from Bonefish Grill?! Yes, it is a pickle, I’d agree. However, I think I can redeem myself by saying, I never had Bang Bang Shrimp from Bonefish Grill, but I did have it at a sports bar somewhere and I was sold! I knew when I had it for the first time some years ago, I was going to have to try it again. Luckily, I figure out how to make it at at home and I’m sharing the recipe with you guys.

Bang Bng Shrimp Tacos

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I made these Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos twice and the taco came out great both times. The first time I made these tacos, I wasn’t a fan of using a corn tortilla. I do like corn tortillas, but I didn’t care the entire taco being in that particular shell. It is very important to properly build a taco from the ground up where the first bite is simply magical.

 

How to build the perfect taco

Building the perfect taco is really not that complicated. You have to start with a base and typically those options are a soft taco tortilla, hard taco shell, corn tortilla shell, or, in some cases, lettuce leaves. Now, I do not have credentials to tell you which shell you should choose for certain tacos. However, I will say it really depends on your audience in my opinion. Whatever you do, just be sure to always warm up the shells before serving. For this recipe, I used Mission Soft Tortilla Street Taco shells.

 

Next, you cook your protein. In the case of these Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos, I fried the shrimp in some cornstarch but you can also fry the shrimp in bread crumbs. Be sure your protein is flavored very well. Then, you choose a bed for your protein. When I say “bed” I mean lettuce or cabbage. Be sure to dress your bed in a coating for more flavor. Typically an acidic coating will help balance the fat in the protein and the other ingredients you may add.

Bang Bng Shrimp Tacos

Finally, be sure to come up with a delicious sauce for your tacos. The more flavor the better! For these Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos, I tossed some cabbage with a little mayo, honey, lime juice, lime zest, and cilantro. So my tacos had all of the elements of what it takes to have an amazing taco.

 

These Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos are tossed in a sweet and spicy sauce made with mayo, Siracha, and chili sauce. That’s it! You know me. Gotta keep it simple. If you follow this recipe, you won’t be disappointed. Also feel free to try my Crispy Frish Tacos with Cilantro Lime Sauce too!

5.0 from 9 reviews
Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos
 
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Prep time
15 mins
Cook time
15 mins
Total time
30 mins
 
These Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos are definitley a crow pleaser.! The shrimp is tossed in a sweet and spicy sauce and topped with cabbage.
Author: Nicole Nared-Washington from Brown Sugar Food Blog
Recipe type: Entree
Serves: 6-8
Ingredients
  • 1 lb. Large Raw Shrimp (peeled, deveined, and tail off)
  • ½ tsp. Salt
  • ½ tsp. Black pepper
  • ½ c. cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp. Flour
  • Canola oil for frying
  • 16 oz. Shredded Cabbage
  • 2 tbsp. Cilantro, chopped
  • 1 tbsp. Honey
  • 1 tbsp. mayo
  • ½ Lime zest
  • ½ lime
  • ½ c. mayo
  • ¼ c. sweet chili sauce
  • ½ tbsp. Siracha ( add more if you desire for more heat)
  • 6-8 Street Taco size soft tortillas
Instructions
  1. Add oil to add tp deep fryer and heat to 350 degrees.
  2. Add the shrimp to a large bowl and season with salt and pepper. Toss to coat. Combine the flour and cornstarch.
  3. Dredge the shrimp through the cornstarch mixture, shake off excess, and place in hot oil and cook for 3-4 minutes. Remove from oil with slotted spoon and place on cooling rack lined with paper towel.
  4. In a medium mixing bowl, combine the shredded cabbage, honey, mayo, cilantro, and lime zest. Toss together. Add the lime juice and toss. Add a pinch of salt to taste. Set aside.
  5. In a small mixing bowl, add the mayo, sweet chili sauce, and siracha. Mix together and once the shrimp has cooked and cooled, slightly, toss the shrimp in sauce or drizzle on top of taco.
  6. Warm the tortillas in microwave for 20 seconds. Layer the tacos as desired and top off with cilantro leaves and queso crumbled cheese, if desired.
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Comments

  1. Dawn - Girl Heart Food says

    October 22, 2018 at 11:33 am

    Tacos are a favourite in our home and these look DELISH! I just happen to have shrimp in the fridge too so these may need to happen tomorrow for taco Tuesday 😉

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  2. Gloria says

    October 23, 2018 at 2:38 pm

    We LOVE tacos. Chicken, beef, fish….ALL kinds. These sound fantastic. Perfect for our Mexican themed dinners….and great with my homemade tortillas too.
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  3. Emily Leary says

    October 25, 2018 at 7:13 am

    What’s not to love about Tacos? This is a super recipe for any of my friends and family who love shrimps and the sauce with cabbage, mayo, honey, lime juice, lime zest, and cilantro is awesome!

    Reply
  4. Sherri says

    October 27, 2018 at 9:55 am

    I’ve never had bang bang shrimp from Bonefish either but I’d love to try your version! These tacos look amazing! Love sweet chili sauce! I bet the hubby would love these too! 🙂
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  5. Kim @ Three Olives Branch says

    October 28, 2018 at 11:29 am

    These look so delicious! I am always looking for new taco ideas, and the flavors in these sound just perfect!

    Reply
  6. Dominique | Perchance to Cook says

    October 28, 2018 at 2:53 pm

    These tacos look SO good! For some reason I never think to have shrimp in my tacos but this needs to change. Thanks for the inspiration!

    Reply
  7. Anne Murphy says

    October 28, 2018 at 3:39 pm

    LOL I’ve never had the original, either, but these certainly do look good! Sounds like something my family will enjoy, too. Thanks!

    Reply
  8. lauren says

    October 28, 2018 at 10:29 pm

    Oh man – that sauce is right up my alley! I love sriracha mayo for dipping. I bet the chili sauce adds just the right amount of sweet. It sounds like the perfect taco!

    Reply
  9. Leslie Haasch says

    October 28, 2018 at 10:40 pm

    There’s never a bad time for shrimp tacos! Especially when the flavors are THIS GOOD!

    Reply
  10. Julie says

    October 28, 2018 at 11:01 pm

    These look really good! Should I be ashamed to admit that I’ve never even heard of Bonefish Grill? I’m assuming it’s some sort of restaurant chain?

    Reply
    • Nicole Nared-Washington says

      October 29, 2018 at 10:52 pm

      Yes ma’am!

      Reply
  11. Sam | Ahead of Thyme says

    October 29, 2018 at 2:39 am

    I am kind of obsessed with tacos. Your shrimp tacos look amazing!! Pinning to try later.

    Reply
  12. Karyl Henry says

    October 29, 2018 at 6:58 am

    Bang Bang Shrimp is SO GOOD!! The last time I had it was at a sports bar as well, and we ended up getting 2 orders 🙂 Your recipe looks delicious, and I’ll definitely need to try it out

    Reply
  13. Mary Bostow says

    October 30, 2018 at 10:34 am

    I like it that you used cabbage instead of lettuce for the tacos. I can imagine that adds some texture to the mix of soft shrimp and tacos. Very Nice!

    Reply
  14. Diego Lopes says

    November 14, 2018 at 8:12 am

    Shrimp tacos is a great twist of the traditional tacos. I simply love them!

    Reply

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