Description
Irresistible Air Fryer Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos are a delightful fusion of crispy, succulent shrimp wrapped in soft tortillas and topped with vibrant veggies. These tacos are drizzled with a creamy, spicy Bang Bang sauce that delivers an explosion of flavor in every bite. Perfect for quick weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, this recipe is sure to impress your guests and elevate any taco night.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp sriracha (adjust to taste)
- 8 small soft tortillas
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Rinse shrimp under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
- In one bowl, combine flour with salt and pepper. In another bowl, beat the egg. In a third bowl, mix panko breadcrumbs with additional spices if desired.
- Coat each shrimp in flour, dip in egg, then roll in panko breadcrumbs until well-coated.
- Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Arrange shrimp in a single layer and cook for 8-10 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- For the Bang Bang sauce, whisk together mayonnaise and sriracha to taste.
- Warm tortillas slightly, fill each with crispy shrimp, drizzle with sauce, and top with lettuce, avocado, and tomatoes. Finish with a squeeze of lime juice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (160g)
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 740mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 160mg