Satisfy your seafood craving with these easy to make air fryer shrimp tacos. Shrimp is tossed with an array of Tex-Mex seasonings and in less than 10 minutes, dinner is ready. Warm shrimp is wrapped in your favorite tortillas topped with a quick homemade taco sauce.
But don't stop there - add a squeeze of lime, crunchy shredded cabbage, fresh avocado, sprinkle of Cotija cheese to make this simple dinner a must for your next taco Tuesday.
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❤️ Why You'll Love It
- Easy shrimp recipe with the flavors of Tex-Mex.
- Quick weeknight dinner
- Able to use frozen shrimp.
- Healthy dinner idea.
Air fryer shrimp tacos are a delicious and easy way to get a healthy dinner on a dinner time. These little bite size shrimp are great.
📝 Ingredients
Note: This is an overview of the ingredients. You'll find the full measurements and instructions in the recipe card (printable) at the bottom of the page.
🥄 Instructions
Note: This is an overview of the instructions. The detailed instructions are in the recipe card below.
- In a medium bowl toss the shrimp ingredients well together. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F.
- Place the shrimp in a single layer, as much as possible, in your air fryer basket and air fry for 7 minutes, shaking the basket in the middle, until fully cooked.
- Place cooked shrimp on a plate and toss with a squeeze of lime. Meanwhile, warm up your tortillas for 10-15 seconds in the microwave.
- Spoon shrimp in warm tacos and top with shredded cabbage, cheese, sauce and your favorite taco toppings.
👍 Tips
- You can use frozen shrimp for this air fryer shrimp taco recipe. For best flavor, thaw out per package instructions, usually in cold water in your sink or refrigerator overnight. Pat shrimp dry with paper towels.
- Adjust the cayenne pepper if you wish the tacos to be a tad spicier or more mild tasting.
- Use a teaspoon of garlic powder if you don't have any fresh garlic on hand.
- You can use olive oil in place of avocado oil.
- You can use your favorite cheese, the Cotija cheese tastes similar to feta cheese and adds a salty tangy taste to the shrimp tacos.
- You can use a package of taco seasoning in place of the chili powder, cumin, cayenne and garlic if you wish.
- Don't skip out on the squeeze of lime as it adds such wonderful flavor to the meal.
🧺 Storage
Cooked air fryer shrimp can be kept in an airtight container in your refrigerator for up to three days. Always check the shrimp by smelling before consuming if it has been close to three days.
⌛ Make Ahead
Air fryer shrimp tacos are quick to cook, however you could prep your taco toppings before you cook up dinner. Shred the cabbage, mince the garlic and make the sauce ahead of time. You could also season the shrimp and keep in your refrigerator until you're ready to cook in the air fryer. Thawed or fresh shrimp should be cooked within 24 hours.
🍽️ Serve With
Air fryer shrimp tacos are a versatile recipe that can be eaten alone, with all your favorite taco toppings or as easily as a side of rice, black beans salad and guacamole.
👩🍳 Variations
- Add hot sauce to your shrimp tacos.
- Swap out the shredded cabbage for shredded lettuce.
- Add diced tomatoes or sliced jalapeños.
💬 FAQs
Shrimp are small and thus do cook quickly. Shrimp will change color when cooked. You can check the internal temperature which should be 120°F.
Yes! For best flavor it is recommended to thaw out ahead of time, however if time is limited, rinse shrimp under cold water so they are not sticking together. Pat dry and continue with recipe.
It depends on your air fryer. In this recipe, I used a 6 quart air fryer. It was a little bit tight but doable. However, I prefer to do them in batches especially if I want to add a little extra spice to a batch.
Thawed or fresh shrimp should be cooked within 1 day. However, you can keep frozen shrimp in your freezer for up to three to four months. It's always best to follow the use by date on the package.
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Air Fryer Shrimp Tacos
Equipment
- Air fryer
Ingredients
For the shrimp:
- 1 pound large or medium shrimp deveined and tails off
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- ¼ teaspoon cumin
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 2 Tablespoons avocado oil
For serving:
- 1 squeeze of lime juice
For the sauce:
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon sriracha sauce
- 1 garlic clove minced
- juice of one lime
Serve with:
- avocado chopped or sliced
- lime wedges
- fresh cilantro chopped
- ½ cup Cotija cheese
- 2 cups shredded red cabbage or coleslaw mix
- 8 corn or flour tortillas
Instructions
- In a medium bowl toss the shrimp ingredients well together.
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F.
- Place the shrimp in a single layer, as much as possible in your air fryer basket and air fry for 7 minutes, shaking the basket in the middle, until fully cooked.
- Place cooked shrimp on a plate and toss with a squeeze of lime.
- Meanwhile, warm up your tortillas for 10-15 seconds in the microwave.
- Spoon shrimp in warm tacos and top with shredded cabbage, cheese, sauce and your favorite taco toppings.
Notes
- You can use a package of taco seasoning in place of the chili powder, cumin, cayenne and garlic if you wish.
- Don't skip out on the squeeze of lime as it adds such wonderful flavor to the meal.
- For more tips please check the post above.
- Please check the nutrition disclaimer policy.
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