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Close-up of crispy fried shrimp tacos topped with slaw and cilantro, served with avocado slices.

Shrimp Recipes in 12 Minutes: Weeknight Winner

This recipe provides a quick, delicious meal perfect for busy weeknights. You can prepare flavorful shrimp tacos using an air fryer, getting dinner on the table in about 12 minutes.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Total Time 12 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 456
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Slaw
  • 2 cups coleslaw mix
  • 1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 jalapeno pepper seeded and minced, optional
For the Shrimp Coating
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tablespoons 2% milk
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1-1/2 cups panko bread crumbs
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 pound uncooked shrimp 41-50 per pound, peeled and deveined
  • 1 cooking spray
For Serving
  • 8 corn tortillas 6 inches, warmed
  • 1 medium ripe avocado peeled and sliced

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Small bowl
  • shallow bowl

Method
 

  1. In a small bowl, combine coleslaw mix, cilantro, lime juice, honey, salt and, if you are using it, jalapeno. Toss the mixture to coat.
  2. Preheat your air fryer to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Whisk eggs and milk together in a shallow bowl. Place flour in a separate shallow bowl. In a third shallow bowl, mix panko, cumin, and garlic powder.
  3. Dip the shrimp into the flour to coat both sides, shaking off any excess. Dip the floured shrimp into the egg mixture, then coat thoroughly in the panko mixture, patting the coating to help it stick.
  4. Arrange the shrimp in a single layer on the greased tray in the air fryer basket in batches. Spritz the shrimp with cooking spray. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes until golden brown. Turn the shrimp, spritz again with cooking spray, and cook for 2 to 3 minutes longer until the shrimp turn pink.
  5. Serve the cooked shrimp in the warmed tortillas with the prepared coleslaw mix and sliced avocado.

Nutrition

Calories: 456kcalCarbohydrates: 58gProtein: 29gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 213mgSodium: 414mgFiber: 8gSugar: 11g

Notes

This recipe was developed based on a time when I needed a fast meal for my family. The quick cooking time allows you to prepare a satisfying dinner even on the busiest weeknights. Enjoy the simple process and the great flavor.

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