Da Lobster Fried Shrimp Tacos Recipe
Da Lobster Fried Shrimp Tacos are crispy, golden shrimp nestled in soft tortillas, topped with tangy slaw and a drizzle of spicy aioli, delivering a burst of flavor that transports you straight to the heart of Chicago's seafood scene. Da Lobsta, a beloved seafood spot in Chicago, has closed its doors. However, this recipe brings the flavors of their popular fried shrimp tacos to your kitchen, allowing you to enjoy a taste of their legacy at home. Make our Da Lobster Fried Shrimp Tacos Recipe at home. With our Secret Restaurant Recipe your Fried Shrimp Tacos will taste just like Da Lobster.
Yield: 8 Street Tacos
Ingredients
Shrimp
- 1 pound large Shrimp peeled and deveined
- 1 cup Buttermilk
- 1 cup All-purpose Flour
- 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper
- Salt and freshly ground Black Pepper to taste
- Vegetable Oil for frying
Slaw
- 2 cups Shredded Cabbage mix of red and green
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh Cilantro
- Freshly squeezed Juice of 1 Lime
- 1 tablespoon Mayonnaise
- Salt and freshly ground Black Pepper to taste
Spicy Aioli
- 1/2 cup Mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Sriracha Sauce
- 1 teaspoon freshly squeezed Lemon Juice
- 1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- Salt to taste
For Assembly
- 8 small Flour Tortillas warmed
- Lime Wedges for serving
- Fresh Cilantro Leaves for garnish
Instructions
Prepare the Slaw
- Combine shredded cabbage and chopped cilantro in a medium bowl.
- In another bowl, whisk together lime juice, mayonnaise, salt and pepper.
- Pour dressing over cabbage mixture.
- Toss to combine. Set aside.
Make the Spicy Aioli
- Whisk together mayonnaise, sriracha sauce, lemon juice, garlic powder and salt in a small bowl.
- Taste. Adjust seasoning to taste. Set aside.
Prepare the Shrimp
- Pour buttermilk into a shallow bowl.
- Combine flour, smoked paprika, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, salt and pepper in another shallow bowl.
- Dip each shrimp into buttermilk, then dredge in seasoned flour, pressing gently to adhere.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Fry shrimp in batches until golden brown and cooked through, about 2 - 3 minutes per side. Remove to a paper towel-covered plate to drain.
Assemble the Tacos
- Place fried shrimp in the center of each warm tortilla.
- Top with slaw.
- Drizzle with spicy aioli.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves.
- Serve with lime wedges on the side.
- Tip - For extra kick, add a few slices of jalapeño to the tacos before serving.