Air Fryer Shrimp Tacos
Delightful crispy and tender shrimp packed into warm tortillas, perfect for weeknight meals or entertaining guests.
Ingredients
For the shrimp
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For assembling the tacos
- 8 small corn or flour tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cabbage
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1 avocado, sliced
- Fresh lime wedges
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
- In a large bowl, combine the olive oil, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Add the shrimp to the bowl and toss to coat each piece evenly with the spice mixture.
Cooking
- Place the seasoned shrimp in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Cook for about 6-8 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through to ensure even cooking, until the shrimp are opaque and cooked through.
Assembling Tacos
- While the shrimp cooks, warm the tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side, or until pliable.
- Assemble the tacos by placing some shredded cabbage on each tortilla, adding cooked shrimp on top, followed by diced tomatoes, avocado slices, and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro.
- Serve with lime wedges for an extra burst of flavor.
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Notes
For the best results, dry the shrimp thoroughly before seasoning and store the shrimp and tortillas separately if you have leftovers.