Best 2 Air Fry Soft Taco Shells Recipes

**Air-Fry Soft Taco Shells: A Crispy Delight for Your Mexican Feast**

Indulge in the delightful crunch of homemade soft taco shells, expertly prepared in your air fryer. Say goodbye to soggy, store-bought shells and elevate your taco experience with these crispy, flavorful creations. This comprehensive guide provides two delectable recipes for air-fryer soft taco shells: the classic flour tortillas and a healthier almond flour alternative. With step-by-step instructions and helpful tips, you'll master the art of making perfect taco shells in the comfort of your own kitchen. Whether you prefer traditional or gluten-free options, these air-fried soft taco shells will add an irresistible touch to your next taco night or Mexican fiesta. Get ready to impress your family and friends with these crispy, golden taco shells that perfectly complement your favorite fillings and toppings.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

AIR FRYER OVEN TACO SHELLS

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I do not care for the premade taco shells sold at the supermarket. So I developed this recipe in my Cuisinart® Air Fryer Oven. These taco shells are crispy, golden brown, and ready to be stuffed with your favorite fillings. The best part is they are oil free and greaseless.

Provided by Yoly

Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican

Time 9m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 1

Ingredients

4 (4 inch) street taco corn tortillas (such as Mission®)

Steps:

Preheat an air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
Place a mini muffin tin pan upside down the air fryer basket. Position tortillas in the indents of the muffin tin. Place the basket on the lowest rack of the air fryer oven.
Air fry until golden brown and crispy, about 3 minutes. Remove tortillas from mini muffin tin pan and place upside down in the basket. Air fry until bottom side is crispy and golden brown, 1 minute more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 40.7 calories, Carbohydrate 8.3 g, Fat 0.5 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 1.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 8.4 mg, Sugar 0.2 g

AIR FRYER BREAKFAST TACOS

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This clever recipe uses silicone ice cube stick molds to quickly create the components for breakfast tacos in an air fryer. One mold holds corn tortillas in a U-shape so they transform into hard taco shells while they cook. Another mold holds beaten eggs, which cook at the same time as the tortillas. Pop the finished "scrambled" eggs out of the mold, then stuff them into the cheese-filled taco shells. Add some spicy mayo, tomatoes and avocado and the result is an extra-crispy, extra-tasty breakfast treat.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

Nonstick cooking spray, for the molds
4 large eggs
Kosher salt
Four 6-inch corn tortillas
1 cup shredded Mexican blend cheese
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 tablespoon hot sauce
1 tomato, seeded and diced
1 avocado, cubed

Steps:

Spray 1 silicone ice cube stick mold with four 2 1/2-ounce cavities with nonstick spray. Transfer the mold to the basket of a 6-quart air fryer, pushing it to one side to make room for a second mold.
Whisk together the eggs in a liquid measuring cup until no white streaks remain. Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt. Carefully pour the eggs into the cavities of the mold, dividing evenly.
Stack the corn tortillas, wrap them in a damp paper towel and microwave on high until warm and flexible, about 1 minute. Very gently fold one tortilla in half and press the folded edge down into 1 cavity of a second ice cube stick mold, working carefully so the tortilla doesn't break. It should now be shaped like a hard taco shell. Repeat with the remaining tortillas.
Divide the cheese among the shells, tapping it down evenly into the bottoms, and transfer the mold to the basket of the air fryer next to the mold with the eggs.
Set the air fryer to 300 degrees F and cook for 12 minutes. The cheese in the shells should be melted; transfer the mold with the taco shells to a work surface.
Gently lift each section of egg from the mold so you can see if it's set. If there's no liquid egg on the bottom, transfer the mold to your work surface. If there is liquid egg on the bottom, cook for up to 1 minute more.
Meanwhile, whisk together the mayonnaise and hot sauce in a small bowl.
Let the molds stand just until the taco shells and eggs are cool enough to handle, about 1 minute. Remove the taco shells and eggs from the molds. Place the eggs in the taco shells and top with some tomatoes, avocado and spicy mayonnaise.

Tips for Air-Frying Soft Taco Shells:

Use corn tortillas: Corn tortillas are the best type of tortilla to use for air frying. They are thinner and crispier than flour tortillas, and they hold their shape better.
Spray the tortillas with cooking spray: This will help them to crisp up and prevent them from sticking to the air fryer basket.
Air fry the tortillas for 2-3 minutes per side: Be sure to keep an eye on them so that they don't burn.
Let the tortillas cool for a minute or two before filling them: This will help them to hold their shape.
Fill the tortillas with your favorite taco fillings: You can use anything from traditional taco meat to grilled vegetables or tofu.
Enjoy! Air-fried soft taco shells are a delicious and easy way to enjoy tacos.

Conclusion:

Air-frying soft taco shells is a quick and easy way to make delicious and crispy tacos. With just a few simple ingredients and a few minutes of cooking time, you can have perfectly cooked taco shells that are perfect for filling with your favorite taco fillings. So next time you're craving tacos, give air frying a try!