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Crispy Air Fryer Shrimp Tacos: 5-Step Healthy Dinner

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Quick and easy air fryer shrimp tacos featuring crispy breaded shrimp, a fresh purple cabbage slaw, and a creamy spicy sauce. Ready in about 20 minutes with minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

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  • 1 bag frozen breaded shrimp (extra crispy or beer battered)
  • 1 packet taco seasoning (or homemade blend)
  • Olive oil cooking spray
  • 2 cups shredded purple cabbage
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 8 small corn tortillas
  • 1 lime, cut into wedges
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt)
  • 1–2 tbsp Sriracha or chipotle sauce
  • 1 tbsp lime juice

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine shredded purple cabbage, carrots, and chopped cilantro. Toss together and set aside.
  2. In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, sour cream, Sriracha (or chipotle sauce), and lime juice until smooth. Adjust spice level to taste. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
  3. Place frozen breaded shrimp on a baking sheet or in a large bowl. Sprinkle with taco seasoning and toss gently to coat lightly.
  4. Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  5. Lightly spray the seasoned shrimp with olive oil cooking spray.
  6. Place shrimp in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook for 6-8 minutes, shaking the basket or flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy (internal temp 145°F).
  7. While shrimp cook, warm corn tortillas in the microwave (wrapped in a damp paper towel) or in a dry skillet.
  8. Assemble tacos by laying out warm tortillas, adding a spoonful of slaw, topping with hot crispy shrimp, drizzling with creamy sauce, and squeezing fresh lime juice over everything. Serve immediately.

Notes

Do not thaw the breaded shrimp; cook them straight from the freezer to maintain crispness. Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket to ensure proper crisping rather than steaming. Warm tortillas to prevent cracking. The slaw can be made up to 2 days in advance.

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