Description
Crispy Shrimp Tacos with Spicy Sauce, perfect for a delightful meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust for heat preference)
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons honey chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon hot sauce (adjust for heat preference)
- 8 small corn tortillas
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1/4 cup diced cilantro
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
Instructions
- Begin by marinating the shrimp in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes to enhance tenderness and flavor.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, garlic powder, smoked paprika, sea salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
- Once the shrimp have soaked, shake off any excess buttermilk and coat each shrimp in the flour mixture, ensuring an even layer.
- Next, dip the floured shrimp back into the buttermilk, then roll them in panko breadcrumbs, pressing lightly to ensure they stick.
- Heat a generous amount of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Fry the shrimp in batches, cooking for about 2-3 minutes on each side until they are crispy and golden brown.
- Transfer the cooked shrimp to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any excess oil.
- In a separate bowl, combine Greek yogurt, honey chili sauce, and hot sauce, adjusting the spice level to your liking.
- To build your tacos, lay a few crispy shrimp on each corn tortilla, top with shredded lettuce, drizzle with the spicy sauce, and sprinkle with diced cilantro.
- Serve with lime wedges for an extra burst of flavor.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of cayenne and hot sauce based on your heat preference.
- For a healthier option, consider baking the shrimp instead of frying.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 150mg