Craving a deliciously crispy and spicy meal? These Air Fryer Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos are the perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and crunchy, all in one bite! With a light and healthy air fryer twist, this quick recipe will satisfy your taco cravings in just 25 minutes.
1 lb raw medium shrimp, cleaned and deveined, tails removed
½ cup low-fat mayonnaise
1 tbsp sambal oelek
¼ cup sweet chili sauce
½ tsp Tabasco sauce
1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
Cooking spray
1 cup shredded red cabbage
1 cup shredded white cabbage
3 green onions, chopped
8 whole wheat tortillas (100% whole wheat)
1 lime, cut into wedges
Instructions:
Prepare the Shrimp:
Clean and devein the shrimp, removing the tails, and place them in a bowl.
Make the Bang Bang Sauce:
In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sambal oelek, sweet chili sauce, and Tabasco sauce.
Taste and adjust the spiciness as needed.
Set aside ¼ of the sauce for drizzling.
Coat the Shrimp:
Dip the shrimp into the Bang Bang sauce, then coat them with Panko breadcrumbs.
Place the shrimp on the crisper tray of the air fryer, ensuring they are in a single layer with no overlapping. (You may need to cook the shrimp in batches.)
Air Fry the Shrimp:
Lightly spray the shrimp with cooking spray for a golden-brown finish.
Set the air fryer to 380°F and cook for 6-8 minutes. After 6 minutes, check for a golden-brown color and crispy texture. If necessary, cook for another 1-2 minutes.
Assemble the Tacos:
On each tortilla, layer the shredded red and white cabbage, then add the crispy shrimp.
Drizzle with the reserved Bang Bang sauce, sprinkle with chopped green onions, and finish with a squeeze of lime juice.
Optional Toppings:
Top with shredded cheese, sliced avocado, jalapeño peppers, or fresh cilantro.
Notes:
Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels before dredging to remove excess moisture.
Wet your hands during the breading process to prevent Panko from sticking.
Cook the shrimp in a single layer in the air fryer to ensure they crisp up evenly. Flip halfway through for a golden-brown finish on both sides.
Nutrition
Calories: 384 kcal | Carbohydrates: 43.1 g | Protein: 23.7 g | Fat: 13.2 g | Cholesterol: 121.6 mg | Sodium: 740.1 mg | Fiber: 5 g | Sugar: 5.1 g