Description
Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos made lighter in the air fryer while staying crispy, saucy, and full of flavor.
Ingredients
1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 cup buttermilk
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
1 tablespoon sriracha (adjust to taste)
8 small tortillas
2 cups shredded cabbage
1 avocado, sliced
Lime wedges
Instructions
1. Soak shrimp in buttermilk for 30 minutes.
2. Mix flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne, salt, and pepper.
3. Coat shrimp in seasoned flour.
4. Dip shrimp again in buttermilk, then coat with panko.
5. Spray shrimp lightly with oil and place in air fryer basket.
6. Air fry at 400°F for 8–10 minutes until golden and crisp.
7. Mix mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, and sriracha.
8. Assemble tacos with cabbage, shrimp, sauce, and avocado.
9. Serve with lime wedges.
Notes
Add radishes or pickled jalapeños for crunch.
Use crispy tofu as a vegetarian option.