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Crispy Air Fryer Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos

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These crispy air fryer bang bang shrimp tacos are a quick and easy 5-ingredient recipe delivering a perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and creamy flavors with a satisfying crunch.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound peeled and deveined medium-sized shrimp, tails removed
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour or cornstarch (60 g)
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • ½ cup panko bread crumbs (60 g), gluten-free panko optional
  • 8 small (6-inch) soft flour tortillas, warmed
  • ½ cup mayonnaise (120 g)
  • 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sriracha (adjust to taste)
  • Optional toppings: shredded cabbage or slaw mix, sliced green onions, fresh cilantro, lime wedges, sliced avocado

Instructions

  1. Rinse and pat dry shrimp thoroughly to ensure crispiness.
  2. Set up dredging station: beat egg in one bowl; mix flour or cornstarch with panko bread crumbs in another.
  3. Dip each shrimp into the egg, letting excess drip off, then dredge in the flour-breadcrumb mixture, pressing lightly to adhere. Lay coated shrimp on a plate.
  4. Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3-5 minutes.
  5. Arrange shrimp in a single layer in the air fryer basket, leaving space for air circulation. Cook in batches if necessary.
  6. Air fry shrimp for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C). Add 1-2 minutes if needed, watching carefully to avoid drying out.
  7. While shrimp cooks, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, and sriracha in a small bowl. Adjust sriracha to desired heat level.
  8. Warm tortillas. Toss cooked shrimp gently with bang bang sauce until coated but not drenched.
  9. Assemble tacos by layering shrimp on tortillas and topping with shredded cabbage or slaw, sliced avocado, green onions, and a squeeze of fresh lime.
  10. Serve immediately for best crunch and flavor.

Notes

Ensure shrimp are very dry before breading to achieve maximum crispiness. Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket to avoid soggy shrimp. Toss shrimp in sauce just before serving to keep coating crisp, or serve sauce on the side. Warm tortillas wrapped in a damp towel in the microwave for 20-30 seconds before assembling.

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