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Air Fryer Shrimp Tacos with Lime Slaw
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Air Fryer Shrimp Tacos with Lime Slaw

Juicy seasoned shrimp are air fried to perfection in minutes and served in warm corn tortillas topped with a bright crunchy lime cabbage slaw. These vibrant tacos are a fresh and flavorful weeknight dinner that comes together in under 25 minutes.

4.5
23 min
🍴4 servings
🔥310 cal
🔖Easy
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Seasoned air fried shrimp served in corn tortillas with a zesty lime cabbage slaw.

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Nutrition per serving

310Calories
26gProtein
28gCarbs
10gFat
4gFiber

Ingredients

4servings

Main

Seasoning

Slaw

Topping

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Instructions

1

Season the Shrimp

Pat the shrimp completely dry with paper towels and place them in a bowl. Drizzle with a small amount of olive oil and sprinkle the chili powder, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper over them. Toss until every shrimp is evenly coated in the seasoning blend.

2

Make the Lime Slaw

In a medium bowl combine the shredded red cabbage with the fresh lime juice and zest. Add a pinch of salt and sugar and toss well to combine. Allow the slaw to sit for at least 5 minutes so the cabbage softens slightly and absorbs the lime flavor.

3

Air Fry the Shrimp

Place the seasoned shrimp in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Air fry at 400 degrees F for 6 to 8 minutes, flipping the shrimp halfway through, until they are pink, curled, and lightly charred at the edges. Do not overcook or they will become rubbery.

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4

Assemble and Serve

Warm the corn tortillas directly in the air fryer for 1 minute or over an open flame. Place 3 to 4 shrimp on each tortilla and top generously with the lime slaw and fresh cilantro. Serve immediately with extra lime wedges and your favorite hot sauce on the side.

Substitutions

shrimpfish fillets cut into strips for a classic fish taco version
corn tortillasflour tortillas for a softer more pliable wrap

Common mistakes

Overcrowding the air fryer basket with shrimp which causes them to steam rather than develop a nice sear
Cooking the shrimp for too long since they cook very fast and become tough and rubbery when overdone
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