Description
Crispy bang bang shrimp tacos bring zesty coastal flavors straight to your kitchen. Crunchy air-fried shrimp nestled in warm tortillas create an irresistible meal packed with tangy spice and satisfying texture you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 lb (450g) raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
Breading and Seasoning:
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- Cooking spray
Bang Bang Sauce Ingredients:
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon sriracha
- 1 teaspoon honey
Taco Assembly:
- 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
- Thoroughly blot shrimp with paper towels, ensuring maximum dryness. Infuse with a robust seasoning blend of salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoky paprika for deep flavor complexity.
- Create an efficient breading assembly line featuring three distinct vessels: a flour station for initial coating, whisked eggs for adhesion, and panko breadcrumbs for ultimate crispiness. Meticulously envelop each shrimp, pressing breadcrumbs firmly to guarantee complete coverage.
- Calibrate air fryer to 375°F, preparing a pristine cooking surface. Arrange breaded shrimp in a strategic single layer, avoiding overcrowding. Enhance exterior crispness with a delicate mist of cooking spray.
- Craft a vibrant bang bang sauce by harmonizing mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, fiery sriracha, and golden honey. Gently tumble crisp shrimp within the zesty mixture, ensuring uniform sauce distribution.
- Activate tortillas through gentle warming, creating a supple foundation. Layer with crisp cabbage ribbons, crown with sauced shrimp, and embellish with fresh cilantro sprigs. Finish with a bright citrus squeeze.
- Present immediately, accompanied by additional lime wedges. Optional garnishes like creamy avocado cubes or spicy jalapeño slices invite personalization.
Notes
- Pat shrimp completely dry to ensure maximum crispiness and prevent soggy breading when air frying.
- Use fresh, high-quality shrimp for the best flavor and texture in your tacos.
- Experiment with gluten-free alternatives by substituting regular flour with almond or rice flour for a celiac-friendly version.
- Adjust spice levels in bang bang sauce by increasing or decreasing sriracha to suit personal heat preferences.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 440
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 150mg