Air Fryer Shrimp Tacos

Are you thinking to make air fryer shrimp tacos at home? You should definitely try this quick and easy air fryer shrimp tacos. I and my family love tacos especially shrimp tacos in the air fryer.
You can enjoy the air fryer crispy shrimp tacos for dinner or enjoy it as a holiday dish with your friends and family. The shrimp tacos recipe is easy to prepare and ready in no time.
Today I’m sharing how to make the shrimp tacos, what to serve with, some tips and tricks for you. Without any further delay let’s start with the recipe.

 

How to cook shrimp tacos in the air fryer?

To cook shrimp tacos, you can follow these easy steps and enjoy the best air fryer shrimp tacos.
Ingredients:

• Shrimp
• Oil
• Garlic Powder
• Chili Powder
• Onion Powder
• Cumin
• Salt and Pepper
• Flour Tortillas
• Cabbage
• Avocado
• Cilantro
• Cotija Cheese
• Lime

Instructions:

1. Take a large mixing bowl put all the ingredients oil, garlic powder, chili powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Give it a good mix and toss the shrimp in the mixture.
2. Place the shrimp on the air fryer basket in a single layer and cook them at 400F degrees for 6 minutes or till they are cooked through. Toss the shrimp halfway through the cooking process.
3. Gather tortillas with shrimp and shredded cabbage and put the tacos in air fryer and air fry at 400F degrees for a minute or two to worm tortillas.
4. Take the tacos out from the air fryer, top it with crumbled cotija cheese, sliced avocado, cilantro, and sprinkle the lime on top of it and serve.

You can find the air fryer shrimp tacos recipe in the printable card below.

How to make air fryer bang bang shrimp tacos?

Bang bang shrimp tacos are a little different than the traditional one it comes with the sweet and spicy bang bang sauce. Let’s see how do we make them.

1. Take 1lb fresh shrimp to devein, remove shell and tails.
2. Place the bang bang sauce and panko bread crumbs in two different shallow bowl.
3. First, dip your shrimp on the bang bang sauce and then coat in the bread crumbs.
4. Put your coated shrimp in the air fryer basket in a single layer without overlapping each other.
5. You can spray some oil at this stage, but it’s optional.
6. Cook your shrimp at 400F degrees for 6 minutes or till they are cooked through.
7. Gather tortillas with shrimp and shredded cabbage and put the tacos in the air fryer and air fry at 400F degrees for a minute or two to worm tortillas.
8. Take the tacos out from the air fryer, top it with crumbled cotija cheese, sliced avocado, cilantro, and sprinkle the lime on top of it and serve.

If you’re wondering how to make bang-bang sauce here’s the recipe for that.

How to make bang bang sauce?

Bang bang sauce is a sweet and sour sauce, you need these ingredients to prepare.

• ¼ cup full-fat mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoon sriracha
• 2 tablespoon sugar
• 1 tablespoon vinegar (rice)

To make, combine all of the ingredients into a mixing bowl and mix them until they combine well. Transfer it in a jar and place it in the fridge till it’s ready to use.
You can use Greek yogurt instead of full-fat mayonnaise to lightened up the bang bang sauce.

 

Are air fryer shrimp tacos healthy?

Yes, these air fryer shrimp tacos are healthy. The spice rub is light and the best thing is you don’t need extra oil to cook in an air fryer. The air-fried shrimp is for sure healthy than the deep-fried ones.
The toppings are made of fresh avocado, shredded cabbage, cilantro, and lime which are healthy. You can put a little amount of cheese if you don’t want heavy tacos it’s your choice.
If you want to make gluten-free shrimp, feel free to wrap them in lettuce which is light and tasty.

 

What to serve with air fryer shrimp tacos?

You can serve air fryer shrimp tacos with any dish you like. But I've got a few recommendations for the dish that goes with air fried shrimp tacos.

• Mexican Corn Salad
• Chips
• Charro Beans
• Jicama Slaw
• Spanish Rice and many more.

Tips and tricks

• You can use zipper bags to mix the spices and coating the shrimp in a zipper bag is easier. It’s not messy at all.
• Place the shrimp in a single layer in the air fryer basket and flip halfway through the cooking process to make sure both sides cook evenly and get golden brown.
• If you’re using frozen shrimp you need to thaw them first.

 

Here are some frequently asked questions.

How long do you cook shrimp in an air fryer?

The cook time varies in the size of the shrimp you’re cooking. For large to extra large shrimp, it will take 7-8 minutes at 400F degrees in an air fryer.
For small shrimp 5-6 minutes at 400f degrees.

If you think the cooking time is not enough add a minute or two to get the desired result.

 

How long do you cook breaded shrimp in an air fryer?

Cook breaded shrimp in an air fryer at 400F degrees for 4- 6 minutes, toss them halfway through the cooking process to cook them evenly.
You can add 1-2 minutes more for the extra crisp.

 

How to thaw frozen shrimp?

To thaw shrimp, transfer the frozen shrimp for over in the refrigerator.
If you want to thaw quickly then rinse the frozen shrimp in the cold water for 3-4 minutes, or till they’re completely defrosted.

Equipment

• Air Fryer

Ingredients:

• 1Lb peeled shrimp
• 2 Tablespoons olive/ vegetable oil
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon chili powder
• ¼ teaspoon onion powder
• ¼ teaspoon cumin
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 4-6 Flour tortillas
• Green shredded cabbage
• Sliced avocado
• Cilantro
• Crumbled Cotija Cheese
• Lime

 

Instructions:

1. Take a large mixing bowl put all the ingredients give it a good mix and toss the shrimp in the mixture.
2. Place the shrimp on the air fryer basket in a single layer and cook them at 400F degrees for 6 minutes or till they are cooked through. Toss the shrimp halfway through the cooking process.
3. Gather tortillas with shrimp and shredded cabbage and put the tacos in the air fryer and air fry at 400F degrees for a minute or two to worm tortillas.
4. Take the tacos out from the air fryer, top it with crumbled cotija cheese, sliced avocado, cilantro, and sprinkle the lime on top of it and serve.

 

Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 6 minutes

Nutrition Facts, amount per serving
Calories- 435kcal, Saturated Fat- 3.3g, Sodium- 1270mg, Protein- 30g, Fat- 20.9g, Saturated Fat- 2.8g, Unsaturated Fat- 13g, Trans Fat -0g, Carbohydrates- 37.7g, Cholesterol- 240, Fiber- 6.3g, Fiber- 6.3g, Sugar- 1g

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