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Shrimp Tacos with Boom Boom Sauce

Shrimp Tacos with Boom Boom Sauce

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This Shrimp Tacos recipe creates a flavor explosion for your taste buds!  It has that perfect mixture of salty, sweet, spicy, crunchy amazingness that is so satisfying.  And, the Boom Boom Sauce…I can’t get enough of it! 

Boom Boom Shrimp Tacos with Fiesta Napkin

This new spin on Taco Tuesday will have your family begging for seconds!  I love how quick and easy this Shrimp Taco recipe is and my family loves the incredible flavor and texture.

What Is Boom Boom Sauce?

This Boom Boom Sauce recipe is a copycat version of Sheetz sauce that you they serve on their sandwiches.

Boom Boom Sauce is comprised from chili peppers, with savory notes from garlic – a perfect tangy-creamy-spicy combo. It is just not something you can use for tacos. You can use it as a dip for chicken and fries, a spread for sandwiches or burgers or even on grilled meats or vegetables. You will want to use this sauce on everything. Trust me!

How to Make Boom Boom Shrimp Tacos Recipe – Step by Step

  • Step One: First, place all the sauce ingredients in a bowl. (Photo 1 below)
  • Step Two: Then stir with a spatula. (Photo 2 below)
  • Step Three: Next stir until well combined and is a beautiful orange color. (Photo 3 below)

Steps for making the Boom Boom Sauce

  • Step One:  In the meantime, prepare shrimp according to package directions.(Photo 1 below)
  • Step Two: Then in a large bowl, combine coleslaw mix and Boom Boom sauce, then mix until well coated.
     (Photo 2 below)
  • Step Three: Lastly, warm taco shells by wrapping them in a damp paper towel and microwaving on high for 30 seconds. (Photo 3 below)

Steps for making Boom Boom Shrimp Tacos

  • Step One: To assemble. First, place 1/4 cup of coleslaw mixture on each taco shell.(Photo 1 below)
  • Step Two: Then top with cooked shrimp. (Photo 2 below)
  • Step Three: Finally, drizzle remaining Boom Boom Sauce on top of shrimp. (Photo 3 below)

Steps to make Boom Boom Shrimp Tacos

Recommendations for Making Boom Boom Shrimp Tacos

The best thing about my Boom Boom Sauce is that you can take the basic recipe and make it your own. For instance, try adding Thai Sweet Chili Sauce or different types of peppers in the sauce to make your own unique recipe. Generally speaking, it will become a staple in your house.

Furthermore, by adding a few thin slices of cool creamy, avocado to my tacos, it balances the zip from the Boom Boom Sauce perfectly. Of course, the cabbage gives them a nice crunch. Clearly, you can add any toppings or vegetables to make these shrimp tacos unique. The best part was these easy shrimp tacos were ready to eat in under 20 minutes! Just 20 minutes.

Shrimp Taco with Boom Boom Sauce with striped napkin

How Long Can the Boom Boom Sauce last in the refrigerator?

Boom Boom Sauce is super quick and easy to make so you don’t need to make a big batch. Therefore, you can store it for up to a week in the refrigerator but honestly, it probably wont last that long. It is clearly too good.

Lastly, just store in an air tight container and you will be set.

Shrimp Tacos with Boom Boom Sauce with Jar or sauce and Napkin

Expert Tips for Making the Best Boom Boom Shrimp Tacos

  • Use different peppers: Use different hot sauces to make the Boom Boom Sauce.
  • Try a different meat: Try using on fish, feef or chicken for the protein.
  • Vegan tip: You can use a vegan mayonnaise and serve on a tofu taco.

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Shrimp Tacos with Boom Boom Sauce

I love these Shrimp Tacos with Boom Boom Sauce because it really does create a flavor explosion for your taste buds. It has that perfect mixture of salty, sweet, spicy, crunchy amazingness that is so satisfying.
Prep Time15 mins
Cook Time20 mins
Total Time35 mins
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Keyword: easy recipe, shrimp, tacos
Servings: 4
Calories: 378kcal
Author: Christina Hitchcock
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4.54 from 15 votes

Ingredients

Shrimp Tacos

  • 10 ounces Frozen breaded shrimp
  • 2 cups packaged Asian coleslaw mix
  • 1/4 cup Boom Boom Sauce - recipe below
  • 8 soft flour taco shells

Boom Boom Sauce

US Customary - Metric

Instructions

Boom Boom Sauce

  • Place all ingredients in a small bowl and stir to combine.

Shrimp Tacos

  • Prepare shrimp according to package directions.
  • In a large bowl, combine coleslaw mix and Boom Boom sauce. 
  • Warm taco shells by wrapping them in a damp paper towel and microwaving on high for 30 seconds.
  • Place 1/4 cup of coleslaw mixture on each taco shell.
  • Top with cooked shrimp.
  • Drizzle remaining Boom Boom Sauce on top of shrimp.

Notes

  • Use different peppers: Use different hot sauces to make the Boom Boom Sauce.
  • Try a different meat: Try using on fish, feef or chicken for the protein.
  • Vegan tip: You can use a vegan mayonnaise and serve on a tofu taco.

Nutrition

Calories: 378kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 21g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 184mg | Sodium: 1163mg | Potassium: 352mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 245IU | Vitamin C: 56.1mg | Calcium: 194mg | Iron: 4mg
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Comments

  1. Rylee says

    Sounds delish. I have a mayo hater. Has anyone tried substituting something like greek yogurt for the mayo & if so…how did it turn out?

    Reply

  12. Alicia says

    I love sweet chili sauce and I love shrimp tacos! You could totally go thai with this via thai basil and/or cilantro and mint. I love tacos!

    Reply

  16. Feral Turtle says

    Shrimp tacos….yummmmmy! I am going to have to make some of that boom boom sauce. We go through Sriracha probably faster than a carton of milk (slight exaggeration there) Looks awesome. Thanks for sharing. Pinning!

    Reply

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