Description

These Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos combine crispy, spicy shrimp with a creamy, tangy sauce and fresh, crunchy vegetables all wrapped in warm corn tortillas. Perfect for a quick and flavorful dinner, these tacos bring a delightful balance of textures and tastes to your table with an easy air fryer method for perfectly cooked shrimp.

Ingredients

Scale

Shrimp Coating

1 pound medium raw shrimp (thawed, deveined, tails and shell removed)
½ cup flour
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs (beaten)
1 cup panko bread crumbs

Sauce

½ cup mayonnaise
¼ cup Thai sweet chili sauce
½ teaspoon sriracha (more to taste)

Assembly

10 corn tortillas
2 cups thinly sliced purple cabbage
¼ cup chopped cilantro
1 large tomato (diced)

Instructions

Prepare the Shrimp Coating Mix: In a shallow dish, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, onion powder, garlic powder, and salt until well combined. This mix will provide a crispy and flavorful coating for the shrimp.
Set Up Dipping Stations: Pour the beaten eggs into a second dish and place the panko bread crumbs in a third dish. This three-step dipping process ensures an even and crunchy coating.
Coat each Shrimp: Dip each shrimp first into the flour mixture, then into the egg, and finally press it into the panko bread crumbs to fully coat the shrimp for a crispy finish.
Air Fry the Shrimp: Place the coated shrimp in a single layer in an oiled air fryer basket and spritz them generously with oil spray for golden crispiness. Air fry at 385°F (196°C) for 10 minutes, flipping the shrimp halfway through cooking.
Make the Bang Bang Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Thai sweet chili sauce, and sriracha until smooth. Adjust the sriracha quantity to your preferred spice level.
Toss Shrimp in Sauce: Once cooked, toss the shrimp gently with half of the bang bang sauce to coat them evenly, reserving the remaining sauce for serving.
Warm the Tortillas: Heat the corn tortillas over an open flame or on a large skillet until they are warm, soft, and pliable for easy folding.
Assemble the Tacos: Layer each tortilla with the coated shrimp, shredded purple cabbage, chopped cilantro, and diced tomato. Drizzle additional bang bang sauce over the top as desired for an extra kick.
Serve and Enjoy: Serve the tacos immediately while the shrimp is warm and crispy for the best flavor and texture.

Notes

You can substitute shrimp with chicken strips for a different protein option.
For extra heat, add more sriracha or a pinch of cayenne pepper to the sauce.
Use flour or gluten-free tortillas as alternatives to corn tortillas if preferred.
Air fryer times may vary depending on your appliance; check shrimp for doneness to avoid overcooking.
Leftover bang bang sauce can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and used as a dip or spread.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Main Dish, Tacos
Method: Air Frying
Cuisine: Tex-Mex, American Fusion

Nutrition

Serving Size: 2 tacos
Calories: 420
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 720mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 3.5g
Unsaturated Fat: 15g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 34g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 24g
Cholesterol: 190mg

Keywords: Bang Bang Shrimp, Shrimp Tacos, Air Fryer Shrimp, Spicy Shrimp Tacos, Easy Dinner, Mexican Inspired