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Firecracker Shrimp Tacos

"This shrimp recipe will light up your taco night."

Ingredients

  • 1 lb large shrimp, shelled and deveined
  • 1 cup cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1⁄4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1⁄4 cup canola oil, for frying
  • 6 corn tortillas
  • 1 cup cabbage
  • 1 lime, cut in wedges
  • 1 sprig cilantro, to garnish
  • Firecracker sauce
  • 1⁄3 cup mayonnaise
  • 3 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
  • 2 teaspoons chili sauce

Directions

  • In a shallow baking dish or bowl whisk together the cornstarch, salt and pepper. Toss shrimp to thoroughly coat.
  • In a heavy bottomed pot heat oil to 350 degrees.
  • Working in batches fry the shrimp until golden brown about 1-2 minutes. Remove to a paper towel lined plate.
  • Toss the shrimp in half of the sauce.
  • Build tacos with shrimp, cabbage, cilantro and squeeze of lime juice. Drizzle remaining firecracker sauce on top.
  • Whisk all ingredients together. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

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