Ingredients
– 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
– 1 cup buttermilk
– 1 cup breadcrumbs (panko preferred for extra crunch)
– 1 teaspoon paprika
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon onion powder
– ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– ½ cup mayonnaise
– 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
– 1 tablespoon sriracha (adjust based on spice preference)
– Corn or flour tortillas
– Shredded lettuce, for topping
– Chopped cilantro, for garnish
– Lime wedges, for serving
Instructions
Creating Air Fryer Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos is an easy and rewarding process. Follow these steps for mouth-watering results:
1. Marinate the Shrimp: Place the shrimp in a bowl and cover with buttermilk. Let it soak for about 15 minutes.
2. Prepare the Coating: In a separate bowl, combine breadcrumbs, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper.
3. Coat the Shrimp: After marinating, remove the shrimp from the buttermilk and let any excess drip off. Dip each shrimp into the breadcrumb mixture, ensuring a thorough coating.
4. Preheat the Air Fryer: Set your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) and allow it to preheat.
5. Air Fry the Shrimp: Arrange the breaded shrimp in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook for 8-10 minutes or until the shrimp are golden brown and crispy.
6. Prepare the Bang Bang Sauce: In a small bowl, mix the mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, and sriracha. Adjust the spice level as desired.
7. Assemble the Tacos: Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet for about 30 seconds per side. Place a layer of shredded lettuce on each tortilla.
8. Add Shrimp and Sauce: Top the lettuce with a generous amount of air-fried shrimp and drizzle with the bang bang sauce.
9. Garnish: Finish with fresh cilantro and serve with lime wedges on the side.
This straightforward approach ensures an unforgettable meal that you’ll want to recreate time and again.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 400 kcal
- Fat: 20g
- Protein: 28g