Are you craving a crispy and flavorful taco shell without the hassle of deep frying? Look no further than your air fryer oven! This versatile kitchen appliance can whip up perfectly golden and crunchy taco shells in a matter of minutes. Whether you prefer a classic hard shell or a soft, chewy one, there's an air fryer oven taco shell recipe out there for every taste. So gather your ingredients, preheat your air fryer oven, and let's get started on creating the perfect taco shell to elevate your next taco night.
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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
AIR-FRYER TACO TWISTS
Why serve tacos only in ordinary flour or corn tortillas? For a mouthwatering change of pace, try these air-fried tacos baked in flaky, golden crescent rolls. My family enjoys them for a warm lunch or light dinner. —Carla Kreider, Quarryville, Pennsylvania
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 35m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat air fryer to 300°. In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; crumble meat; drain. Stir in cheese, salsa, chiles, garlic powder, hot pepper sauce, salt and cumin. , Unroll crescent roll dough and separate into 4 rectangles; press perforations to seal. Place 1/2 cup meat mixture in the center of each rectangle. Bring 4 corners to the center and twist; pinch to seal. In batches, place in a single layer on greased tray in air-fryer basket. Cook until golden brown, 18-22 minutes. If desired, serve with toppings of your choice.,
Nutrition Facts : Calories 371 calories, Fat 21g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 42mg cholesterol, Sodium 752mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 16g protein.
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 a small bowl to mix the taco seasoning and water. This will help to prevent the seasoning from clumping.
- When you are folding the tortillas, be sure to press the edges together firmly. This will help to prevent the tacos from falling apart.
- If you are using a nonstick air fryer basket, you do not need to grease it. However, if you are using a regular air fryer basket, you may want to grease it lightly to prevent the tacos from sticking.
- Cook the tacos in a single layer. This will help them to cook evenly.
- Be sure to rotate the tacos halfway through the cooking time. This will help to ensure that they cook evenly.
- Once the tacos are cooked, let them cool for a few minutes before filling them. This will help to prevent the shells from breaking.
Conclusion:
Air fryer taco shells are a quick and easy way to make your favorite Mexican dish. They are perfect for busy weeknights or for parties. With a little planning, you can have delicious air fryer taco shells on the table in no time. So next time you are craving tacos, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!
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