Description
Air Fryer Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos are a delightful fusion of crispy shrimp and zesty flavors wrapped in soft tortillas. Each bite offers a perfect balance of crunch and creaminess, thanks to the spicy bang bang sauce. Quick to prepare and healthier than traditional frying, these tacos make for an ideal weeknight dinner or festive gathering, guaranteed to impress your guests!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 4 soft corn or flour tortillas
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Sriracha sauce (adjust to taste)
- 1 tablespoon lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 cup shredded cabbage (green or red)
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onions
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about five minutes.
- In a bowl, season the shrimp with salt and pepper.
- In another bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Sriracha sauce, lime juice, and a pinch of salt until smooth.
- Place shrimp in the air fryer basket in a single layer; lightly spray with cooking oil. Cook for 6 minutes or until golden brown.
- Warm tortillas slightly, then layer with shredded cabbage and crispy shrimp.
- Drizzle with bang bang sauce and top with chopped green onions. Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (approximately 210g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 230mg