Description
These Air Fryer Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos are the perfect combination of crispy, tangy, and spicy flavors. Juicy shrimp coated in a crunchy breading, air-fried to perfection, and tossed in a sweet and spicy bang bang sauce, served in warm tortillas with fresh toppings. A quick and easy taco recipe that’s sure to impress
Ingredients
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For the Shrimp:
- 1 lb (450g) raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Cooking spray
For the Bang Bang Sauce:
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp sweet chili sauce
- 1 tbsp sriracha (adjust for spice preference)
- 1 tsp honey
For the Tacos:
- 6 small tortillas (corn or flour)
- 1 cup shredded cabbage or coleslaw mix
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
Instructions
- Prepare the Shrimp:
- Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- Bread the Shrimp:
- Set up a breading station with three shallow bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with panko breadcrumbs. Coat each shrimp in flour, dip in the egg, and then coat with panko, pressing gently to adhere.
- Air Fry the Shrimp:
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Place the breaded shrimp in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Lightly spray with cooking spray. Air fry for 6–8 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy.
- Make the Bang Bang Sauce:
- In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, and honey. Toss the cooked shrimp in the sauce until evenly coated.
- Assemble the Tacos:
- Warm the tortillas in a skillet or microwave. Add a layer of shredded cabbage, top with bang bang shrimp, and garnish with fresh cilantro. Squeeze lime juice over the top.
- Serve:
- Serve immediately with additional lime wedges and optional toppings like diced avocado or jalapeños.
Notes
- Substitute panko breadcrumbs with gluten-free breadcrumbs for a gluten-free option.
- For extra spice, add more sriracha to the bang bang sauce.
- These tacos pair well with a side of Mexican rice or black beans.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 110mg