These crispy Air Fryer Mushroom Tacos bring weeknight dinners to a whole new level of deliciousness. Ready in just 20 minutes, they offer the perfect balance of textures – from golden-brown mushrooms to fresh toppings.
With only 234 calories per serving and packed with 7g of protein, these vegetarian tacos make a satisfying yet light meal that won’t weigh you down. The air fryer transforms ordinary mushrooms into incredibly flavorful taco fillings while keeping the fat content to a modest 8g per serving.
Ingredients Needed
- Tortillas: 8 soft tortillas, warmed before serving for best results
- Mushrooms: Fresh mushrooms, carefully cleaned
- Coconut Aminos: For a savory marinade base
- Oil: Light coating for perfect air frying
- Garlic Salt: For enhanced flavor
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Mushroom Preparation: Gently clean mushrooms under running water, carefully removing any dirt from caps
- Seasoning: Place mushrooms in a bowl and coat with coconut aminos, oil, and garlic salt using a gentle side-to-side motion
- Air Frying Setup: Position mushrooms in air fryer basket with stems facing upward
- Cooking Process: Air fry at 350°F (180°C) for 9-11 minutes, flipping when 2 minutes remain
- Resting Period: Let mushrooms rest for 2 minutes after cooking
- Final Assembly: Slice mushrooms into long strips and distribute among tortillas
- Serving: Add your preferred toppings and serve while warm
Cooking Techniques
Air frying mushrooms is super easy and creates amazing results! The key to perfect mushroom tacos is placing them stem-side up at first – this lets the marinade pool in the cap, making them extra flavorful. When you flip them in the last 2 minutes, they get a nice golden finish on top. Keep an eye on them after the flip since mushrooms can go from perfect to overdone pretty quickly.
Tasty Variations
Want to switch things up? Try these simple swaps:
- Replace coconut aminos with soy sauce or tamari
- Add a sprinkle of chili powder or smoked paprika before air frying
- Mix different mushroom types like button and cremini
- Use corn tortillas instead of flour for a gluten-free option
Serving Suggestions
Make your mushroom tacos extra special with these yummy toppings:
- Fresh cilantro and lime wedges
- Sliced avocado or guacamole
- Pickled red onions
- Fresh pico de gallo
- Shredded cabbage for extra crunch
- A dollop of Mexican crema or sour cream Serve with Mexican rice or black beans on the side for a complete meal!
Storage Tips
Store cooked mushrooms separate from tortillas and toppings in an airtight container. They’ll stay good in the fridge for up to 3 days. To reheat, pop them back in the air fryer for 2-3 minutes at 350°F. The tortillas taste best when warmed up fresh just before eating.
Air Fryer Mushroom Tacos
Equipment
- Air Fryer
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 8 tortillas
Instructions
- Clean mushrooms under slowly running water. Gently rub to remove dirt from mushroom caps.
- Put mushrooms in a small bowl. Add the coconut aminos, oil, and garlic salt.
- Gently move bowl side to side to help coat the mushrooms with the mixture. Add mushrooms to air fryer basket, with the bottom of the mushroom facing up. Cook mushroom caps for about 9 to 11 minutes at 350 degrees F or 180 degrees C. Flip caps with about 2 minutes remaining in the cook time.
- Remove mushrooms from the air fryer and let stand at least 2 minutes before slicing into long pieces. Divide mushrooms between tortilla shells and add your favorite toppings. Enjoy!
