Best 4 Air Fryer Taco Shells Recipes
Indulge in a delightful culinary adventure with our air fryer taco shells, where crispy shells meet flavorful fillings. This innovative approach to taco night takes the classic dish to new heights, resulting in a symphony of textures and tastes. With just a few simple steps, you can create golden brown taco shells in your air fryer, eliminating the need for deep-frying and reducing oil consumption. Unleash your creativity with a variety of fillings, from traditional ground beef to mouthwatering pulled pork or tantalizing tofu. These air fryer taco shells promise a healthier and equally satisfying taco experience for everyone, whether you're a meat lover, vegetarian, or seeking a healthier alternative. So, grab your ingredients, fire up your air fryer, and let's embark on a delicious journey into the world of air-fried taco shells.
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HOW TO MAKE TACO SHELLS (AIR FRYER & OVEN)
Taco Tuesday has gotten even better with these Air fryer Taco shells! Did you know you could make hard taco shells in air fryer? Well this recipe made with corn tortillas is perfect for crisping up those shells in the Air fryer or oven.
Provided by Air Fryer Yum
Categories Appetizer Side Dish
Number Of Ingredients 1
Steps:
- Warm tortillas in the microwave for about 8 seconds if already at room temp or up to 15 seconds if it was in the refrigerator.
- Brush or spray the warm tortillas with oil on both sides.
- Drape tortillas over store bought air fryer taco mold or homemade foil abs rack method.
- Air fry at 400°F / 204°C for 5 to 6 mins
- Let it cool completely before filling with all the taco goodies.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 g
AIR FRYER OVEN TACO SHELLS
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
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
EASY AIRFRYER CRISPY TACO SHELLS
A super easy recipe to make easy, healthy and delicious taco shells right in your airfryer.
Provided by Krysten
Categories Main Course
Time 7m
Number Of Ingredients 2
Steps:
- Spray the top and bottom of each corn tortilla shell.
- Hang the taco shells over 2 of the grates in your oven rack . This will create a place for your fillings and secure the shells.
- Set oven to 400 degrees and airfry for 4-5 minutes. Just watch the taco shells and remove them when they are slightly golden and crisp. Fill with your favorite fillings and enjoy.See post for more ideas on how to prepare and use these taco shells and to get the instructions for oven baking!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 100 kcal, Carbohydrate 19 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 1 g, ServingSize 2 shells
AIR-FRYER TACO PUFFS
I like to make these puffs ahead of time and keep the in the refrigerator until I'm ready to pop them in the air fryer. A helpful hint: Plain refrigerated biscuits seal together better than buttermilk types. -Jan Schmid, Hibbing, Minnesota
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 25m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink, 5-7 minutes, breaking into crumbles; drain. Add taco seasoning and prepare according to package directions. Cool slightly. , Preheat air fryer to 350°. Flatten half the biscuits into 4-in. circles. Spoon 1/4 cup meat mixture onto each circle; sprinkle each with 1/4 cup cheese. Flatten remaining biscuits; place over filling and pinch edges to seal tightly. , In batches, place puffs in a single layer in greased air fryer. Cook until golden brown and puffed, 10-15 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 574 calories, Fat 28g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 1538mg sodium, Carbohydrate 55g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 23g protein.
Tips:
- Use store-bought taco shells or make your own using corn tortillas.
- Spray the taco shells with cooking oil to help them crisp up.
- Air fry the taco shells for 2-3 minutes, or until they are golden brown and crispy.
- Flip the taco shells halfway through cooking for even browning.
- Be careful not to overcrowd the air fryer basket, or the taco shells will not cook evenly.
- Air-fried taco shells can be used to make a variety of tacos, burritos, and other Mexican dishes.
Conclusion:
Air frying taco shells is a quick and easy way to make crispy taco shells without having to deep fry them. Air-fried taco shells are perfect for making tacos, burritos, and other Mexican dishes. You can also use them to make nachos, tostadas, and other appetizers. Air frying is also a healthier way to cook taco shells because it uses less oil than deep frying. So next time you're craving tacos, give air frying a try!
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