Description
Air Fryer Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos are a delicious and healthier twist on a classic favorite. Featuring crispy shrimp coated in a homemade spicy bang bang sauce, these tacos are perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. With the added crunch of fresh slaw and the softness of warm tortillas, each bite offers an irresistible combination of flavors and textures. In just under 30 minutes, you can whip up this easy-to-make meal that will impress family and friends alike. Customize your tacos with avocado or lime to elevate the experience even further!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large raw shrimp (peeled, deveined & tail-off)
- 2 large eggs
- 1.5 cups panko breadcrumbs
- ½ cup tapioca flour
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup Thai sweet chili sauce
- 10 flour tortillas
- Coleslaw mix and fresh herbs for garnish
Instructions
- Set up a dredging station with shallow bowls: one with tapioca flour mixed with paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper; one with panko breadcrumbs; and one with whisked eggs.
- Pat shrimp dry and coat each piece in the tapioca mixture, then egg wash, followed by panko breadcrumbs.
- Preheat air fryer to 390°F (200°C). Cook shrimp for about 7 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- While shrimp cooks, mix mayonnaise, Thai sweet chili sauce, and sriracha for the bang bang sauce.
- Toss coleslaw mix with cilantro, green onion, lime juice, sriracha, and salt.
- Warm tortillas and assemble tacos by layering slaw and crispy shrimp drizzled with sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 170mg