Description
Crispy Air Fryer Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos offer a delicious twist on taco night, featuring crispy shrimp tossed in a spicy bang bang sauce and wrapped in warm tortillas. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, delivering restaurant-quality flavor right at home. With a satisfying crunch and the perfect blend of spices, these tacos are sure to impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1 cup tempura batter mix
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
- 1 tbsp sriracha (adjust to taste)
- 6 flour or corn tortillas
- 2 cups shredded cabbage
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Thaw shrimp if frozen and pat dry.
- Prepare tempura batter according to package instructions.
- Dip shrimp into batter until fully coated, shaking off excess.
- Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C) and arrange shrimp in a single layer. Cook for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through until golden brown.
- Mix mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, and sriracha in a bowl for the bang bang sauce.
- Warm tortillas and layer with shredded cabbage and crispy shrimp. Drizzle with bang bang sauce and serve with lime wedges.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (approx. 180g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 160mg