Air Fryer Shrimp Tacos
Crispy and flavorful air fryer shrimp tacos perfect for a quick weeknight meal or a gathering.
Ingredients
For the Shrimp
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined Best if fresh
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
For Assembly
- 8 small corn or flour tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cabbage
- 1 whole avocado, sliced
- ½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- enough Lime wedges, for serving Enhances flavor
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, toss the shrimp with the olive oil, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
Cooking
- Place the seasoned shrimp in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook for 8-10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until the shrimp are pink and cooked through.
- While the shrimp cooks, warm your tortillas in a skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side until soft and pliable.
- Once the shrimp are done, remove them from the air fryer and let them rest for a minute.
Assembly
- Assemble your tacos by placing a few shrimp on each tortilla and topping them with shredded cabbage, avocado slices, and cilantro.
- Serve with lime wedges on the side for added zest.
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Notes
Consider setting up a taco bar with various toppings for gatherings. Use fresh cilantro as a garnish for added color.