Air Fryer Shrimp Tacos

Crispy, juicy shrimp tucked into warm tortillas with a zesty, creamy slaw —these Air Fryer Shrimp Tacos are everything taco night dreams are made of! Quick to prep, easy to cook, and packed with bold, fresh flavor, this simple recipe brings restaurant-quality tacos right to your kitchen table in just minutes!

Course Main Course

Cuisine American, Mexican, Tex-Mex

Keyword Air Fryer Shrimp Tacos

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 6

Servings servings

Calories 305kcal

Author Michelle

Ingredients

Cilantro Lime Slaw

14 ounces coleslaw mix
1 apple shredded
½ cup sliced green onions
½ cup chopped cilantro leaves
Juice from 2 limes (about 2 tablespoons)
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
½ cup full fat Greek yogurt
¼ cup olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste

For the Shrimp Tacos

1 pound shrimp peeled and deveined
1½ teaspoons olive oil
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon chile lime seasoning (tajin)
¼ teaspoon cayenne (optional)
¼ teaspoon salt plus more to taste
¼ teaspoon black pepper
Tortillas for serving, corn or flour
Toppings such as avocado, cotija cheese, or pico de gallo

Instructions

In a large bowl, add all coleslaw ingredients. Stir to fully combine and coat the coleslaw with sauce. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
In a separate large bowl, add shrimp and toss with olive oil.
Add remaining seasonings, and toss to coat shrimp.
Transfer shrimp to the air fryer basket and cook at 400°F for 6 to 7 minutes until shrimp is cooked through and pink. Depending on the size of your air fryer, you may need to work in batches.
Serve shrimp on tortillas topped with slaw.

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Notes

Storage: Store leftover shrimp and slaw in separate air tight containers for up to 2 days. Reheat in the air fryer at 350°F for 3–4 minutes, or until warmed through.

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