Description
Enjoy the perfect blend of crispy, succulent shrimp and zesty flavors with these Irresistible Air Fryer Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos. Each warm tortilla is filled with golden-brown shrimp, drizzled with a creamy bang bang sauce, and topped with fresh veggies. This quick recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or entertaining guests, delivering a delicious taste of coastal fun in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 8 taco shells (soft corn or flour)
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Sriracha sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
Instructions
- Pat shrimp dry with paper towels. Set up three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten egg, and one with panko breadcrumbs.
- Coat each shrimp in flour, dip into egg, then roll in panko breadcrumbs.
- Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 5 minutes.
- Arrange shrimp in a single layer in the air fryer basket; spray lightly with oil. Air fry for about 8 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- While shrimp cook, whisk together mayonnaise, Sriracha, honey, and lime juice in a small bowl until smooth.
- Warm taco shells briefly; fill each shell with air-fried shrimp and drizzle generously with bang bang sauce. Add toppings if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 210mg
Keywords: Use fresh or well-thawed shrimp for best results. Adjust the heat level by varying the amount of Sriracha used. Consider adding toppings like avocado slices or fresh cilantro for extra flavor.