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Crispy Air Fryer Shrimp Tacos with Fresh Mango Salsa

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These crispy air fryer shrimp tacos with fresh mango salsa offer a perfect balance of crunch and tropical sweetness, making a quick and easy meal ideal for weeknights or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined (medium size)
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (or almond flour for gluten-free)
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 large ripe mango, peeled and diced
  • 1/2 small red onion, finely chopped
  • 1 small jalapeño, seeded and minced
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • Salt to taste
  • 8 small corn tortillas
  • Optional: avocado slices, sour cream or crema, shredded cabbage

Instructions

  1. Rinse and pat dry 1 pound of shrimp thoroughly.
  2. Set up dredging stations: whisk 1 large egg in one bowl; combine 1/2 cup flour, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional), salt, and pepper in another; place 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs in a third bowl.
  3. Dip each shrimp first in the flour mixture, shaking off excess, then into the beaten egg, and finally coat with panko breadcrumbs. Press gently to adhere.
  4. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F and warm for 3 minutes.
  5. Arrange shrimp in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden brown and crispy.
  6. While shrimp cook, combine diced mango, chopped red onion, minced jalapeño, chopped cilantro, lime juice, and a pinch of salt in a bowl. Stir gently and let flavors meld for 5-10 minutes.
  7. Heat corn tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds each side or place in the air fryer for 1-2 minutes. Keep warm wrapped in a towel.
  8. Assemble tacos by layering warm tortillas with crispy shrimp, spoonfuls of mango salsa, and optional avocado or cabbage.
  9. Serve immediately for best texture and flavor.

Notes

Pat shrimp dry before breading to ensure crispiness. Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket; cook in batches if needed. Flip shrimp halfway through cooking for even browning. Prepare salsa last to keep mango firm and fresh. Use a light spritz of cooking spray if shrimp stick to the basket. Reheat leftovers in the air fryer at 350°F for 2-3 minutes to maintain crunch.

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