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Spicy Shrimp with Rice Paper Chips (Asian Shrimp Taco)

Spicy Shrimp with Rice Paper Chips: Your New Favorite Taco

Enjoy Spicy Shrimp with Rice Paper Chips, a delightful appetizer that brings bold flavors and a satisfying crunch.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: APPETIZERS
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Prawns
  • 1 lb prawns peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoon potato starch for crispiness
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder adds flavor
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric for color and health benefits
  • 1 teaspoon pepper to enhance taste
  • 1 teaspoon salt to bring out flavors
  • 4 tablespoon oil for frying use high-heat oil
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon kewpie mayo
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha for heat
  • 1 teaspoon honey to balance spice
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil for nutty flavor
For the Tacos
  • 4 pieces rice paper for wrapping
  • 4 tablespoon grapeseed oil for frying
For the Slaw
  • ½ cabbage shredded fresh base
  • 3 tablespoon rice vinegar for tanginess
  • 3 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sugar to balance acidity
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil for richness
For the Garnish
  • black sesame seeds for garnish
  • green onions for freshness

Equipment

  • cast iron skillet
  • large container
  • small bowl
  • Sharp knife
  • whisk

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Prepare the Prawns: Peel and devein the prawns.
  2. Season the Prawns: Combine prawns, garlic powder, turmeric, potato starch, salt, and pepper in a container and shake.
  3. Fry the Prawns: Heat oil in skillet and shallow fry prawns until crispy, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Shred the Cabbage: Use a knife to shred the cabbage finely.
  5. Mix the Slaw: Whisk rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, soy sauce, and sugar, then add shredded cabbage.
  6. Prepare the Creamy Sauce: Combine kewpie mayo, sriracha, honey, and sesame oil until smooth.
  7. Fry the Rice Paper: Heat grapeseed oil, add rice paper one at a time, and fold into taco shape once crispy.
  8. Assemble the Tacos: Layer slaw, crispy prawns, and creamy sauce in rice shells, then garnish.
  9. Serve and Enjoy: Plate the tacos and invite family or friends.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 15gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve with lime wedges for an extra zesty kick. Best enjoyed fresh.

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