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Air Fryer Shrimp Tacos with Creamy Cilantro Sauce

Simple shrimp tacos made in the air fryer. Add pickled jalapenos and hot sauce if desired.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Total Time 17 minutes
Course lunch/dinner
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 2 people
Calories 1208.3 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Air Fryer
  • 2 Mixing Bowls One for the sauce, one for seasoning shrimp.
  • 1 Spoon or Spatula For stirring and tossing.
  • 1 Paper Towels Essential for drying shrimp.
  • 1 Serving Plates

Ingredients
  

Main

  • ¼ cup Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
  • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon onion powder
  • ¼ teaspoon cumin
  • ⅛ teaspoon kosher salt
  • 12 ounces uncooked medium shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon taco seasoning
  • 4 10 inch flour tortillas, toasted
  • 1 cup shredded cabbage

Instructions
 

  • Combine yogurt, mayonnaise, cilantro, vinegar, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, and salt in a small bowl. Stir until evenly combined and set aside.
  • Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Pat shrimp dry using a paper towel and place into a bowl. Add olive oil and taco seasoning. Stir until evenly combined.
  • Place shrimp in the basket of the preheated air fryer and cook for 4 minutes. Shake and cook for 3 minutes more.
  • Place tortillas on serving plates. Divide cabbage and shrimp between the tortillas. Top with reserved sauce and serve. Soup Loving Nicole

Notes

For optimal texture, thoroughly pat the shrimp dry before seasoning; this promotes better browning and prevents steaming in the air fryer. Avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket, cooking in batches if necessary, to ensure even crisping. The creamy cilantro sauce benefits greatly from a squeeze of fresh lime juice for added brightness. Consider warming your flour tortillas on a dry skillet or over an open flame until pliable and slightly charred, enhancing their flavor and texture. For an extra layer of complexity, a pinch of smoked paprika can be added to the taco seasoning. Don't hesitate to incorporate pickled jalapeños or a dash of your favorite hot sauce for a zesty kick, as suggested.