Description
These Air Fryer Shrimp Tacos are a quick, flavorful meal featuring perfectly crispy shrimp cooked in an air fryer for a healthy twist. Ready in under 20 minutes, they combine tender, zesty shrimp with fresh toppings and a creamy sauce, making a delicious and versatile option for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
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Shrimp and Seasoning
- 1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Tortillas
- 8 soft corn or flour tortillas
Fresh Toppings
- 1 cup shredded cabbage or lettuce
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 4 lime wedges
Sauce
- 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Shrimp: Rinse and dry the shrimp thoroughly. Toss them in olive oil and the spice blend consisting of chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, and salt until evenly coated.
- Air Fry the Shrimp: Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (204°C). Arrange shrimp in a single layer in the air fryer basket, ensuring they are not overcrowded. Cook for 6-8 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through cooking, until shrimp are pink and crispy.
- Warm the Tortillas: While the shrimp cooks, warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or directly in the air fryer basket for about 1 minute per side until soft and pliable.
- Assemble the Tacos: Place warm tortillas on a plate. Add a generous portion of crispy shrimp, then top with shredded cabbage or lettuce, avocado slices, chopped cilantro, and a drizzle of the creamy sauce.
- Serve and Enjoy: Squeeze fresh lime juice over the assembled tacos and enjoy while warm.
Notes
- Don’t overcrowd the air fryer basket to ensure even cooking and crispiness.
- Pat the shrimp dry before seasoning to help spices stick and improve texture.
- Use fresh spices for the best flavor.
- Toast tortillas to enhance flavor and prevent tearing during assembly.
- Add sauce last to avoid soggy tortillas.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 180mg