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Air Fryer Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos

Air Fryer Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos

Delicious Air Fryer Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos packed with crispy shrimp and vibrant slaw, all drizzled with spicy bang bang sauce. Perfect for any occasion!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American, Thai
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb large raw shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 2 large eggs or use flaxseed meal substitute
  • 1.5 cups panko breadcrumbs
  • 0.5 cups tapioca flour
  • 0.5 cups mayonnaise
  • 0.25 cups Thai sweet chili sauce
  • 1 tsp sriracha
  • 8 oz coleslaw mix
  • 0.5 whole lime Juice from
  • 10 count flour tortillas

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • Shallow Bowls

Method
 

Dredging and Cooking
  1. Prepare dredging station: In three shallow bowls, set up tapioca flour mixed with seasoning in one, whisked eggs in another, and panko breadcrumbs in the last.
  2. Dredge shrimp: Pat shrimp dry, coat each piece in the flour mixture, dip in egg wash, then coat with panko breadcrumbs.
  3. Air fry: Preheat air fryer to 390°F (200°C). Place shrimp in the basket and spray lightly with cooking spray. Cook for about 7 minutes, flipping halfway through until golden brown.
Sauce and Assembly
  1. Make bang bang sauce: Combine mayonnaise, Thai sweet chili sauce, and sriracha in a bowl until smooth.
  2. Prepare slaw: Mix coleslaw ingredients with lime juice and mayo dressing.
  3. Warm tortillas: Heat tortillas on an open flame or in a microwave until pliable.
  4. Assemble tacos: Layer slaw and crispy shrimp on each tortilla, drizzle with extra bang bang sauce if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 18gFat: 18g

Notes

Feel free to customize by swapping shrimp for chicken or tofu, and add toppings like avocado or jalapeños for extra flavor.

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