Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos
Crispy shrimp and fresh toppings wrapped in warm tortillas with a sweet and spicy Bang Bang sauce for a delicious family meal.
Ingredients
For the Shrimp
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined Use fresh shrimp for best flavor.
- 1 cup flour
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil For spraying the shrimp.
- Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper
For the Bang Bang Sauce
- 1/2 cup mayo Can substitute with Greek yogurt for a lighter version.
- 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon sriracha Adjust based on spice tolerance.
For the Tacos
- Tortillas Tortillas Use your preferred type of tortilla.
- 2 cups cabbage, shredded
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
- Lime wedges for serving Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- In one bowl, mix flour, salt, and pepper. In another bowl, prepare panko breadcrumbs.
- Dip shrimp in the flour, shaking off excess, then in the breadcrumbs to coat.
Cooking
- Arrange shrimp in the air fryer basket in a single layer and lightly spray with cooking oil.
- Cook for 8-10 minutes until crispy.
Assembly
- While shrimp is cooking, mix mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, and sriracha in a bowl to create the Bang Bang sauce.
- In another bowl, combine shredded cabbage and cilantro.
- To assemble tacos, place cooked shrimp in tortillas, top with slaw, drizzle with Bang Bang sauce, and serve with lime wedges.
Notes
Don’t overcrowd the air fryer basket; it helps everything cook evenly. You can also serve extra Bang Bang sauce on the side for those who love a bit more kick. If you have leftover sauce, it’s great on sandwiches or as a dip.