Bang Bang Shrimp Street Tacos
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Bang Bang Shrimp Street Tacos
Get ready for a flavor explosion with this Bang Bang Shrimp Street Tacos recipe! Loaded with succulent jumbo shrimp, nestled in warm tortillas, and topped with homemade dairy-free creamy Bang Bang sauce- these tacos are AMAZING. With a spicy kick from fresh jalapenos, they're the perfect blend of heat and creamy indulgence. Once you try them, you'll be hooked! Gluten-free option.
I've been absolutely loving these crispy Bang Bang Shrimp Street Tacos. They've got that perfect combo of crunchy, sweet, tangy + just the right kick of spice. Plus, I whipped up my own homemade dairy-free Bang Bang sauce that ties everything together perfectly. The best part? You can sauté or air fry the shrimp for that extra crunch! Seriously, they're a game-changer for Taco Tuesdays!
I love to whip up Homemade Flour + Corn Tortillas from scratch to go with them. If you're a taco lover with a soft spot for Mexican flavors, you've got to check out these tasty options: Baked Buffalo Chicken Tacos, Chipotle Sweet Potato Quinoa Tacos, Jerk Salmon Tacos, and Summer Vegan Tacos. And for a little extra excitement, don't miss the finger-licking-good Loaded Vegan Queso Skillet Nachos and the Hearty Vegan Taco Soup.
In a nutshell, these tacos are a breeze to whip up, making them an ideal choice for busy weeknights. You can effortlessly tailor them to your taste with your favorite ingredients. They boast bold and well-balanced flavors, delivering a delightful combination of savory + spicy. In short-- they're simply delicious!
Jump to:
- What Are Bang Bang Shrimp Street Tacos?
- Why You Will LOVE Bang Bang Shrimp Street Tacos
- How To Make Bang Bang Shrimp Street Tacos
- Ingredients
- Shrimp Taco Topping Ideas
- Best Tortilla for Shrimp Street Tacos?
- How to Best Char or Warm Tortillas
- Meatless Options for These Tacos Besides Shrimp
- Meal Prepping Ideas
- What Type Of Shirmp Is Best?
- Can I Use Frozen Shrimp?
- Bang Bang Shrimp Street Tacos Recipe Q + A's
- More Delicious Taco Recipes To Try Next
- MADE OUR RECIPE(S)?
- Bang Bang Shrimp Street Tacos
What Are Bang Bang Shrimp Street Tacos?
This recipe recreates the famous Bang Bang Shrimp from Bonefish Grill, known for its crispy texture and spicy creaminess. It's all about getting that perfect balance of crunch + heat!
Why You Will LOVE Bang Bang Shrimp Street Tacos
- Bold flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Hello creamy + spicy bang bang sauce!
- Versatile snack, appetizer, or main option for Taco Tuesdays.
- Easy weeknight meal--Simple preparation + minimal ingredients
- Protein-packed!
- A crowd-pleasing combination that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
- Boasts of a great make ahead + gluten-free option.
How To Make Bang Bang Shrimp Street Tacos
Cook your shrimp by sautéing or air frying them. You can opt for store-bought tortillas or whip up your own homemade ones--- Char them slightly for extra flavor. Don't forget to make that delicious Bang Bang shrimp sauce. Once everything is ready, just assemble and enjoy!
Ingredients
EASY BANG BANG SAUCE [DAIRY-FREE]:
- Vegan mayonnaise. I love using Follow Your Heart Veganaise. It is super creamy and smooth but feel free to add your fave if you prefer.
- Chili sauce. For some heat!
- Sriracha. This adds another level of spiciness add less or more depending on your spice level preference.
- Rice wine vinegar. For a tangy flavor.
- Sesame seeds. For garnish
SHRIMP:
- Wild-caught jumbo or colossal shrimp. Deveined.
- Extra virgin olive
- Herbs + seasonings. Sea salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried parsley + dried thyme
TACOS:
- Flour or corn tortillas. Street-sized, either store-bought or homemade.
- Cooked sweet corn. This adds a nice hint of sweetness.
- Sliced jalapeños. Remove seeds if you want less heat.
- Poblano peppers. Chopped.
- Cooked brown rice. Optional. Learn how to make the perfect fluffy brown rice here.
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Shrimp Taco Topping Ideas
With this Bang Bang Shrimp Street Tacos recipe all set and ready to go, it's time to assemble. When it comes to toppings, I enjoy the vibrant, fresh, and sweet medley of ingredients. In this recipe, I've kept it uncomplicated by using just the jalapenos, Poblano peppers, brown rice, sweet corn + the band bang sauce. However, feel free to let your creativity run wild and experiment with your favorite toppings!
My favorite taco topping ideas in general include:
- Shredded red cabbage
- Grape tomatoes, fresh or roasted
- Avocado or guac
- Salsa
- Vegan queso
- Yogurt or sour cream
- Jalapeno Ranch Sauce
- Cheese
- Dairy-free Creamy Chipotle Sauce
- Candied Bacon
- Pineapple chunks
- Mango chunks
- Hot sauce
- Lime or lemon juice
- Cilantro or parsley, chopped
Best Tortilla for Shrimp Street Tacos?
You can choose either corn or flour tortillas for this shrimp taco recipe. If you’re looking for a gluten-free option, corn is your best bet. Whichever option you choose, I recommend the small street taco-size. They’re easy to fill, hold and eat by the dozen! Of course, in a pinch, larger tortillas will work too.
How to Best Char or Warm Tortillas
To lightly toast taco tortillas, preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and place tortillas directly on the rack. Turn off the oven once heated and let tortillas warm for 2 minutes. Remove from oven. For char on a stovetop, pop one of the tortillas onto a gas burner until you begin to see a little smoke. Remove tortilla to rotate it onto opposite side until it’s lightly charred. Repeat until all tortillas are charred.
Meatless Options for These Tacos Besides Shrimp
Just in case you make these Bang Bang Shrimp Street Tacos more than once and just need a good switch up or you prefer to not eat shrimp, here are great meatless options that can be in substitution:
- Chickpeas
- Other beans [i.e. Kidney beans, black beans, pinto beans, etc.]
- Mushrooms
- Tofu
- Plant-based meat crumbles
- Quinoa
- Sweet potatoes, roasted
- Butternut squash, roasted
- Roasted veggies (bell peppers, jalapeños, broccoli, etc.)
Meal Prepping Ideas
This is a great recipe for meal prep. Simply prepare the shrimp, dairy-free bang bang sauce and toppings ahead of time. Store them in separate airtight containers in the fridge for up to four days. Then heat and assemble your tacos when you’re ready to enjoy!
What Type Of Shirmp Is Best?
When selecting shrimp for this recipe, I suggest going for jumbo or large shrimp. These sizes strike a balance between being substantial enough to provide a satisfying bite and not too overwhelming.
Can I Use Frozen Shrimp?
Yes! While it may sound counterintuitive, using frozen and thawed, shrimp can actually be advantageous. Opting for frozen shrimp allows you to have more control over the quality and timing of your meal preparation. It's like having a secret stash of deliciousness in your freezer, ready to be transformed into a scrumptious meal whenever you desire an easy weeknight dinner.
Bang Bang Shrimp Street Tacos Recipe Q + A's
Place any leftover ingredients in a tightly sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
To make these tacos gluten-free, simply substitute tortillas with great GF-friendly tortillas (see my Tortilla recipe for homemade option) made from quinoa flour, chickpea flour, etc. Siete Foods has great ones! Also, ensure that mayo + hot sauce is GF-friendly.
The spiciness of Bang Bang Shrimp Street Tacos can vary depending on personal preference. Bang Bang sauce typically adds a moderate level of heat, but you can adjust the spice level by controlling the amount of chili sauce used in the sauce!
More Delicious Taco Recipes To Try Next
If you are a fan of this Bang Bang Shrimp Street Tacos recipe, you will also love these other drool-worthy tacos!
- Vegan Jamaican Jerk Walnut Tacos
- Vegan Gochujang Cauliflower Tacos
- Easy Vegan Black Bean Tacos
- Chipotle BBQ Butternut Squash Tacos
- BBQ Cauliflower Tacos
- Gochujang Shrimp Tacos
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Bang Bang Shrimp Street Tacos
Ingredients
EASY BANG BANG SAUCE:
- ½ cup vegan mayonnaise
- 2 Tbsps sweet chili sauce, organic
- 2 Tbsps Sriracha sauce
- 1 teaspoon rice wine vinegar
- Sesame seeds, for garnish
AIR FRYER SHRIMP:
- 1 lb. wild-caught jumbo or colossal shrimp, deveined
- 1 tablespoon Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
Instructions
TO MAKE THE AIR FRYER SHRIMP [OPTION #1]:
- Preheat the Air Fryer to 400 degrees and lightly spray the basket with cooking spray to keep the shrimp from sticking.
- In a bowl, add the shrimp, olive oil salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, parsley, and thyme, stirring everything together until combined and shrimp are coated.
- Transfer the shrimp to the prepared basket and cook for 6-8 minutes or until shrimp are charred and pink in color.
TO MAKE THE SAUTED SHRIMP [OPTION #2]:
- In a bowl, add the shrimp, olive oil salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, parsley, and thyme, stirring everything together until combined and shrimp are coated.
- In a medium 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat, add the olive oil. Once heated, add in the shrimp and cook on both sides (about 3-4 minutes), until pink and cooked through. Once done, remove from skillet and set aside.
CHAR OR WARM TORTILLAS:
- To lightly toast taco tortillas, preheat oven on 350 degrees Fahrenheit and place tortillas directly on rack. Turn off oven once heated and let tortillas warm for 2 minutes. Remove from oven. For char on a stovetop, pop one of the tortillas unto a gas burner until you begin to see a little smoke. Remove tortilla to rotate it onto opposite side until it’s lightly charred. Repeat until all tortillas are charred.
TO MAKE THE EASY BANG BANG SAUCE:
- In a bowl, whisk together the vegan mayo, sweet chili sauce, Sriracha, rice wine vinegar, and sesame seeds until combined and smooth.
ASSEMBLY:
- To assemble tacos, add a few spoonfuls of cooked brown rice (if using) atop a charred tortilla followed by: cooked sweet corn, shrimp, chopped poblano peppers, jalapeños, and spoonfuls of the Bang Bang sauce. Repeat until desired amount of tacos are made. Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro or parsley, if desired.
- Bon Appetit!
Tips & Tricks
- STORAGE: Place any leftover ingredients in a tightly sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
- MAKE AHEAD: All ingredients can be made and individually stored as meal prep (including tortillas) and assembled when ready to serve. See tortilla recipe for gluten-free option.
- OPTIONAL TOPPINGS: See post for other great taco topping options!
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I’ve began incorporating more seafood in my diet. This recipe (bang bang sauce and shrimp) was really good. We didn’t have any leftovers. I didn’t make the tacos … We ate it over rice and with grilled zucchini. I used the air fryer option. Worked perfect. Shrimp was flavorful and not overcooked. We had a lot of sauce left over … Will try and use over some fish we’re cooking tonight. Try it. You won’t be disappointed.
Hi Elecia! WOW! I'm so thrilled to hear that you've enjoyed this! Definitely a great option over rice too! Thanks so much for giving it a try! 🙂