Once I learned how to make taco shells in the air fryer, it was a Taco Tuesday night game changer. Air frying your taco shells is a quick and easy way to heat them up, and it results in crispy shells that will make your traditional tacos taste even better
Pro Tip. Brush or spray both sides of the tortilla with a little canola, corn, or avocado oil. This will help it be pliable and crisp up well.Do not overcook. The actual temperature of each type of air fryer may be slightly different. Therefore, use the time as a guide. The first time you make your taco shells make sure to check for doneness at 1 ½ minutes. They can become overcooked quickly. Start by just cooking one to get an idea of how long they take in your air fryer.
Folded Taco Shells
There are three methods that I have used to get my crispy taco shells to stay folded in the air fryer.1. Use a taco stand and just place this in the air fryer with your shells. 2. Crunch up aluminum foil into a tube shape. Making them just a bit longer than your tortillas. Put the foil molds in the air fryer tray, leaving a bit of space between them. Next drape your tortillas over the molds. 3. Fill your taco shells with your desired filling for air fryer tacos. Fold over and place in the air fryer basket. For some reason, when I have the shells filled, they tend to stay folded for the baking process.
Tostada Shells
Make tostadas using flat tortillas. It really gives you more surface area for taco goodness. Just spray the shells with cooking spray and air fry for 1 ½ to 2 minutes at 400° Fahrenheit.
Homemade Tortilla Chips
The air fryer is a great way to make your own crunchy tortilla chips too. Just cut into triangle shapes. Spray the shells with cooking spray or brush on oil, cut into triangle shapes. Place in the air fryer basket in a single layer and air fry for 1 ½ to 2 minutes at 400° Fahrenheit.Serve with your favorite taco toppings as nachos or enjoy with dips.