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April 17, 2019

Air Fryer Shrimp Tacos

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Turn your kitchen into the envy of all taco trucks with these Air Fryer Shrimp Tacos.

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I got a serious compliment from my daughter when I was testing these air fryer shrimp tacos. If you have any experience with 12 year old girls you’ll know that compliments are sometimes hard to come by from them. She said “it smells like a taco truck in here Mom!” I mean seriously. You know that means this recipe is a keeper!

close up view of air fryer shrimp taco

Are Air Fryer Shrimp Tacos healthy?

These shrimp tacos are for sure healthy. The shrimp taste completely indulgent with their spice rub but the air fryer keeps them light. The toppings are a mix of fresh avocado, purple cabbage, green salsa mixed with a little sour cream and red onion. I serve them with flour “street size” tortillas but feel free to wrap them in lettuce for an epic light and tasty meal in the warmer months. 

holding a shrimp taco

What goes with Air Fryer Shrimp Tacos?

I think chips and guacamole are an obvious choice as a side dish. To drink I think you should try my Watermelon Margarita or my Strawberry Daiquiri. And for dessert how about a Pretzel Crusted Margarita Cake?

shrimp on a paper towel next to spice rub

How do you air fry Shrimp?

Air frying shrimp takes the guess work out of cooking shrimp for me. I have been known to overcook shrimp in the past. These shrimp came out perfectly cooked and tender, not chewy. A light brush of oil on the air fryer basket and preheating the air fryer to 400 degrees are my two tips for air frying shrimp. Also, be sure to flip the shrimp halfway through cooking time – which only takes 6 to 8 minutes, depending on your model of air fryer and the size of your shrimp. I used jumbo, uncooked shrimp for this recipe. I purchased them frozen but thawed them under cold, running water before cooking them.

air fried shrimp on a plate with lime wedge 

Kitchen Tips:

  • Gallon-sized zippered bags are great for mixing the spices and coating the shrimp.
  • Be sure and cook the shrimp in one layer. I was able to fit one dozen jumbo-sized shrimp in my air fryer basket.
  • This is the brand of air fryer I use to create my recipes. 
  • I use a pastry brush like this one to brush my air fryer basket with oil.
  • Aerosol cooking spray will damage the coating of your air fryer basket. I do not recommend using it! You can use an oil mister like this one instead.

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5 from 15 votes

Air Fryer Shrimp Tacos

Turn your kitchen into the envy of all taco trucks with this Air Fryer Shrimp Taco Recipe.
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mexican
Keyword taco
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 298kcal
Author Foodtastic Mom

Equipment

  • Air Fryer

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 24 jumbo frozen (raw) shrimp peeled, deveined and without tail
  • 1 1/2 tsp light brown sugar
  • 1 tsp chipotle chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 cup fresh avocado sliced
  • 1 cup purple cabbage chopped
  • 1/2 cup green salsa
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup red onion finely chopped
  • lime wedges
  • 12 street sized flour tortillas

Instructions

  • Thaw the shrimp according to package directions. I used the quick thaw method, which is just rinsing the frozen shrimp under cold water. 
  • Brush the air fryer basket lightly with the vegetable oil. Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees F.
  • Stir together the brown sugar, chipotle chili powder, smoked paprika. garlic powder and salt. 
  • Dry the shrimp with paper towels. Place the shrimp in a zippered plastic bag. Pour in the seasoning mixture and shake to fully coat the shrimp.
  • Place the shrimp in a single layer in the air fryer basket. You may need to fry them in two batches. Cook for 3 - 4 minutes. Turn the shrimp over and cook for an additional 3 - 4 minutes.
  • The shrimp will shrink in size quite a bit and they will be firm to the touch when cooked. 
  • Mix together the green salsa and sour cream for your sauce. Serve the air fried shrimp with the rest of the ingredients and assemble as tacos. Tortilla, sliced avocado, purple cabbage, shrimp, sauce, red onion and a squeeze of lime.

Nutrition

Calories: 298kcal

More Taco Recipes:

  • Chicken Soft Tacos
  • Ground Pork Al Pastor Tacos
  • Pineapple Marinated Steak Tacos
  • Sheet Pan Fish Tacos
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  1. Kathi says

    April 17, 2019 at 10:26 am

    Healthy, fast and fresh just the way we love our food around here! Can’t wait to try these!

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      April 17, 2019 at 10:33 am

      Awesome. Come back and let me know what you think!

      Reply
  2. Luci's Morsels says

    April 17, 2019 at 10:29 am

    5 stars
    That crispiness looks perfect on the shrimp! And I love all your toppings. I think cabbage/slaw is the only way to enjoy any kind of fish tacos! And I can’t wait to try that watermelon margarita when I can!!

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      April 17, 2019 at 10:32 am

      Thank you so much for your compliments Luci. For sure I hope you try both the tacos and the watermelon margarita. Cheers!

      Reply
  3. ali randall says

    April 17, 2019 at 10:35 am

    5 stars
    Wow those look amazing. I had no idea you could get shrimp to look like that from an air fryer. I need to go out and purchase one right away. That looks delish!

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      April 17, 2019 at 11:19 am

      The air fryer is pretty amazing. Thank you Ali 🙂

      Reply
  4. Heidy L. McCallum says

    April 17, 2019 at 10:45 am

    Good morning, these look wonderful. I had not thought of using my airfryer for shrimp due to being worried about them being a little on the dry side. However, you have completely taken this worry away seeing your images. Hope to make these this week for dinner.

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      April 17, 2019 at 11:19 am

      They are most definitely not dry. I don’t know how the air fryer does it, but it seals in the moisture. Come back and let me know what you think!

      Reply
  5. Eden | Sweet Tea and Thyme says

    April 17, 2019 at 11:55 am

    You’ve convinced me to get an air fryer, these look amazing and so easy to make!

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      April 17, 2019 at 12:12 pm

      That is so awesome to hear!

      Reply
  6. Stephanie says

    June 07, 2019 at 10:13 am

    5 stars
    So many reasons to have an air fryer. I love all the yummy toppings on these. Tacos are always my go to for fast easy dinners so thanks for the recipe.

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      June 12, 2019 at 11:09 am

      You’re welcome!

      Reply
  7. Beth Neels says

    June 07, 2019 at 10:28 am

    5 stars
    We adore our air fryer! I haven’t made shrimp in yet though! Can’t wait to try yours! I love shrimp tacos and love the spices on yours!

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      June 12, 2019 at 11:09 am

      Thank you Beth!

      Reply
  8. Jennifer says

    June 07, 2019 at 10:41 am

    Ok — that’s it — I am getting myself an air fryer. Shrimp tacos are my favorite. These look so good they are making my mouth water.

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      June 12, 2019 at 11:08 am

      You really need one! Thanks 🙂

      Reply
  9. Beth says

    June 07, 2019 at 11:08 am

    5 stars
    Fried and healthy?!! This recipe just made my day!

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      June 12, 2019 at 11:08 am

      Yep, you’re welcome!

      Reply
  10. Leigh says

    June 19, 2019 at 5:23 pm

    5 stars
    Whos the shrimp boss now? ME! But its all thanks to you!!!!! Used small shrimp (as ive managed to have way too many in my freezer), a chipotle lime cole slaw in some street taco size wraps and a cold corn salad as a side!

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      June 24, 2019 at 12:17 am

      So glad to hear that you tried and liked this recipe!!!

      Reply
  11. Veena Azmanov says

    January 04, 2020 at 10:15 pm

    5 stars
    Love your recipe and love all the toppings and ideas to enjoying this lovely Shrimp Tacos. Delicious for sure.

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      January 05, 2020 at 9:45 am

      Thank you Veena!

      Reply
  12. Adriana says

    January 05, 2020 at 12:40 am

    5 stars
    I don’t have an air fryer Santa forgot to bring me one but I made this shrimp in the oven and the taste is amazing. The paprika I used was smoked paprika and the shrimps came out delicious.

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      January 05, 2020 at 9:45 am

      Love it. Thanks for the positive rating and comment.

      Reply
  13. Farah says

    January 05, 2020 at 1:22 am

    5 stars
    Finally something new to do in my air fryer! I love shrimp, love tacos, and love my air fryer thanks for the perfect recipe!

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      January 05, 2020 at 9:44 am

      You’re very welcome!

      Reply
  14. Maike says

    January 05, 2020 at 1:49 am

    5 stars
    I love ordering shrimp tacos when we go out for dinner but I’ve never made them at home. Using the air fryer is such a good idea, I can’t wait to try this recipe

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      January 05, 2020 at 9:44 am

      I think you’ll love it!

      Reply
  15. Irina says

    January 05, 2020 at 3:02 am

    5 stars
    Each your recipe made in an air fryer looks delicious! You are convincing me to buy this “device”:)

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      January 05, 2020 at 9:44 am

      Thanks Irina. I think you would not regret getting an air fryer!

      Reply
  16. Cassie Tinney says

    January 07, 2020 at 8:03 pm

    5 stars
    Holy Yum! Amazing!! I just got done eating my 2nd shrimp taco.😄. This is my first time even using an air fryer and I love it too. My family gobbled these up . Due to some picky eaters I didn’t make the ‘condiments.’ The only negative to this recipe is the heat of the spices, but that can easily be adjusted to our tastebuds.

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      January 09, 2020 at 11:03 am

      Thanks so much for the positive review. Glad you enjoyed these tacos!

      Reply
  17. Karina S says

    March 01, 2020 at 9:49 pm

    Question: Should the time be different if using small shrimp? It’s what i have in the freezer.

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      March 09, 2020 at 9:38 am

      I’m sorry for the late reply. Small shrimp would cook a little more quickly. Probably decrease the entire time by 2 minutes…

      Reply
  18. Melissa Purinton says

    February 27, 2021 at 7:13 pm

    Delicious, the shrimp came out perfect and very flavorful. This will now be my new way of cooking shrimp

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      March 02, 2021 at 8:41 am

      So happy to hear this. Thank you for the positive feedback!

      Reply
  19. Susan S. says

    March 01, 2021 at 1:54 pm

    5 stars
    These were absolutely amazing! My boyfriend kept raving about dinner last night. I love that they were quick, easy, healthy and delicious. They will be a perfect post-Crossfit dinner to add to our regular rotation. Thank you so much!

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      March 02, 2021 at 8:41 am

      You are so welcome. Love hearing when my readers are satisfied. Thank you for taking the time to rate and comment!

      Reply
  20. Evan Yeung says

    January 13, 2022 at 7:26 pm

    5 stars
    Great recipe! Wasn’t sure if the amount of spice rub would be enough, but it worked out great! Spice rub as written also has a little kick to it which I loved, but those with sensitive mouths may want to be careful.

    Also my shrimp were done in only 3-4 minutes but that’s probably because I was using smaller shrimp (21-25 count per lb)

    Thanks again! Will be putting this on our list of repeat recipes!

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      January 14, 2022 at 11:19 am

      Thank you for the thoughtful review Evan. That’s super helpful to my readers. So happy that you like the tacos!

      Reply
  21. Karen says

    March 26, 2022 at 9:08 pm

    5 stars
    Made these tonight couldn’t get enough they’re absolutely awesome. Will definitely be making them again soon

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      March 28, 2022 at 10:32 am

      Love to hear this! Thanks very much for taking the time to come back to rate and comment on my recipe!

      Reply

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