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A fusion of Mexican and Asian flavors with crispy shrimp, spicy Bang Bang sauce, and fresh cabbage toppings.
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Maria from tastyhush
Updated on Tue, 18 Mar 2025 13:31:17 GMT
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Tacos piled with fried shrimp, cabbage, and spicy sauce on a plate. | tastyhush.com

Get ready for a taste explosion with these air fryer Bang Bang shrimp tacos. You'll love how the crispy shrimp mix with the sweet-spicy sauce and fresh slaw. They're perfect for taco night or when you want something light but super tasty!

A balanced and mouthwatering dish

This dish combines crispy no-fry shrimp, a zesty creamy sauce, and a refreshing coleslaw. These tacos come together quickly and give you that perfect mix of crunch and flavor in every bite.

Must-have ingredients

  • Shrimp: 1 lb large raw shrimp, peeled, deveined with tails removed.
  • Coating: Eggs, tapioca flour, panko, and seasonings like paprika, garlic and onion powder.
  • Bang Bang Sauce: ½ cup mayo, ¼ cup sweet chili sauce, and a bit of sriracha.
  • Slaw: 8 oz coleslaw mix, cilantro, green onions, mayo, lime juice and sriracha.
  • Tortillas: 10 flour tortillas to wrap everything up nicely.

Steps for amazing tacos

Get the shrimp ready
Pat the shrimp dry, set up three bowls for coating: flour with spices, beaten eggs, and panko. Coat each shrimp in that order, then put them in your air fryer basket.
Cook your shrimp
Air fry at 390°F (200°C) for 7 minutes, flipping halfway. Spray a little oil on each side to make them golden brown.
Make your sauce and slaw
Mix mayo, chili sauce and sriracha for the sauce. Combine coleslaw, cilantro, green onions, mayo, lime juice and sriracha for the slaw.
Put your tacos together
Warm up the tortillas, add some slaw, top with saucy shrimp, and finish with Bang Bang sauce and chopped green onions.
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Breaded shrimp tacos topped with veggies and drizzled with creamy sauce, served with a lime wedge. | tastyhush.com

Tips for fantastic results

For extra flavor, try warming your tortillas over an open flame. You can swap in fish if you want to change things up. A side of yogurt sauce makes a cool addition to balance the heat.

Frequently Asked Questions

→ Can the shrimp be baked?
Sure! Preheat your oven to 200°C, bake for around 10-12 minutes, and turn them halfway. Spray a little oil for extra crunch.
→ How do you make shrimp extra crispy?
Pat the shrimp dry before coating. Use one hand for dry ingredients and the other for wet ones, then spray them with oil before cooking.
→ Is Bang Bang sauce really spicy?
You can tweak the spice level by adjusting the sriracha. Start with a little and add more if you like.
→ Can I prep parts of this ahead?
Yep! Make the sauce and slaw earlier. The shrimp, though, are best cooked fresh for that crunch.
→ What size tortillas work best?
Medium-sized tortillas (around 15 cm) are perfect. Warm them up so they're more flexible and don't crack.

Crispy Shrimp Tacos

Hearty tacos filled with crunchy air-fried shrimp, drizzled with tangy Bang Bang sauce, and topped with crisp cabbage slaw.

Prep Time
20 Minutes
Cook Time
7 Minutes
Total Time
27 Minutes
By: Maria

Category: Seafood

Difficulty: Intermediate

Cuisine: Asian

Yield: 10 Servings (10 tacos)

Dietary: Dairy-Free

Ingredients

01 10 flour tortillas.
02 450g large raw shrimp.
03 1.5 cups Japanese panko crumbs.
04 2 large eggs.
05 1/2 cup tapioca flour.
06 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika.
07 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder.
08 1/4 teaspoon onion powder.
09 1/4 cup Thai-style sweet chili sauce.
10 1 teaspoon sriracha sauce.
11 1/2 cup mayonnaise.
12 230g bagged shredded cabbage mix.
13 1/4 cup chopped green onions.
14 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped.
15 Juice from half a lime.
16 2 tablespoons mayonnaise (for slaw).

Instructions

Step 01

Pat shrimp dry. Set up 3 bowls: seasoned flour, whisked eggs, and panko crumbs.

Step 02

Dip each shrimp in the flour, then the egg, and finally coat with panko.

Step 03

Air fry at 200°C for 7 minutes, flipping halfway through.

Step 04

Stir together mayo, sweet chili sauce, and sriracha until smooth.

Step 05

Combine cabbage, cilantro, green onions, lime juice, mayo, and sriracha.

Step 06

Coat shrimp in bang bang sauce, then layer the tortillas with slaw and shrimp.

Notes

  1. To keep things neat, use one hand for dry ingredients and the other for wet.
  2. Adjust the spice level in the sauce to your liking.

Tools You'll Need

  • Air fryer.
  • Bowls for breading.

Allergy Information

Please check ingredients for potential allergens and consult a health professional if in doubt.
  • Shellfish.
  • Eggs.
  • Gluten.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: 320
  • Total Fat: 18 g
  • Total Carbohydrate: 28 g
  • Protein: 16 g