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Crispy Air Fryer Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos – A Must-Try Recipe!

These Air Fryer Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos are bold, crispy, and packed with flavor. Juicy shrimp are coated in a golden, crunchy crust, tossed in a spicy and creamy bang bang sauce, and wrapped in warm tortillas with fresh toppings for the ultimate taco experience. The air fryer makes the shrimp perfectly crispy without the need for deep frying, making this a healthier yet equally delicious alternative.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Fusion
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Raw shrimp peeled and deveined
  • All-purpose flour
  • Cornstarch
  • Garlic powder
  • Onion powder
  • Salt
  • Eggs
  • Panko bread crumbs
  • Cooking spray
  • Mayonnaise
  • Thai sweet chili sauce
  • Sriracha sauce
  • Small flour tortillas
  • Shredded cabbage
  • Fresh cilantro chopped
  • Diced tomatoes
  • Lime wedges

Method
 

  1. Coat the shrimp by dredging them in flour, eggs, and panko breadcrumbs.
  2. Air fry at 385°F for 10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until crispy and golden.
  3. Prepare the bang bang sauce by mixing mayo, sweet chili sauce, and sriracha.
  4. Toss the shrimp in the sauce until evenly coated.
  5. Warm the tortillas and assemble with cabbage, shrimp, cilantro, and tomatoes.
  6. Drizzle with extra sauce and serve with lime wedges.

Notes

  • Press the breadcrumbs firmly onto the shrimp for extra crunch.
  • Don’t overcrowd the air fryer—cook in a single layer.
  • Adjust spice levels by adding more or less sriracha.
  • Make it gluten-free by using gluten-free panko and corn tortillas.
  • Store leftovers separately—reheat shrimp in the air fryer to keep them crispy.

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