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    Home » Tacos » Crispy Air Fryer Tacos Tapatios

    Crispy Air Fryer Tacos Tapatios

    Published: Jul 18, 2021 · Modified: Jul 3, 2022 by Dora S. · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    These crispy air fryer tacos tapatios are filled with seasoned soy curls, crisped to perfection, and topped with salsa verde, crema, pickled cabbage, and tomato. They are definitely a crowd pleaser and very popular with the little ones.

    crispy rolled tacos topped with cabbage and tomatoes on a white plate

    Why this Recipe Works

    The air fryer makes amazing crispy tacos without all the fat and mess. The best part is that the soy curls make a meaty filling proving the right amount of umami and texture for a protein-filled taco. The tangy salsa verde and the creamy vegan crema contrast with the crunchiness of the pickled cabbage, but you have to eat them fast so they don’t get too soggy. It’s a race to the finish to find the perfect spot between soggy and crispy. They are also vegan and gluten-free.

    A History

    This is a very popular street food in my hometown of Acuña, Mexico. They are sold on food trucks and are some of the best late-night eats you will find. Contrary to what the name says they are not actually from Guadalajara. I haven’t had them anywhere else besides my home state of Coahuila and San Antonio, TX. I wanted to recreate them because I haven’t had them since I went vegan 6 years ago!! I hope you enjoy them much as I do.

    Ingredients

    ingredients needed to make the tacos tapatios

    Tortillas: Corn tortillas work the best for this. Try to find ones that are very thin, so you can get a crispier taco.

    Soy curls: Soy curls are a meat substitute made with minimally processed soybeans. They are available online. If you can’t find soy curls, you can also use TVP or green jackfruit.

    Almond Crema: I make my own crema out of soaked almonds, but a cashew cream will also work.

    Salsa Verde: Any commercial salsa verde will work but you have to try this recipe for the best salsa verde.

    Make Air Fryer Tacos Tapatios Step by Step

    from left to right a pot of vegetable broth, soy curls soaking in water, soy curls in the blender, ingredients for seasoning sauce in the blender

    1. Bring vegetable stock to a simmer.

    2. Pour over soy curls and let soak for 10 min.

    3. Shred the soy curls in the blender so they resemble shredded meat.

    4. Prepare seasoning sauce by blending all the ingredients.

    from left to right, skillet with cooked soy curls, tortilla with a portion of soy curls in the center, tortilla rolled and places on a rack

    5. Sauté the soy curls and pour in the seasoning sauce. Let cool slightly.

    6. Warm tortillas and fill with soy curls.

    7. Roll tightly.

    8. Place seam side down on the air fryer rack. Cook at 400F for 10 -12  min. flipping half-way through.

    from top to bottom, a big bowl of cabbage, a rack with the cooked tacos

    9. While the tacos are cooking, combine all the ingredients for the cabbage and pour over shredded cabbage.

    10. When your tacos are golden brown and crispy remove from the air fryer and garnish with the toppings.

    Serving

    Serve this right away topped with the salsa verde, almond crema, pickled cabbage, tomato, and pickled jalapeños on the side. Another option is to place all the toppings in the center and let everyone garnish their own tacos.

    crispy rolled tacos topped with cabbage and tomatoes on a white plate

    Storing

    I would not recommend you store this. You can store the pickled cabbage, salsa verde, and almond crema for up to two days in the fridge.

    crispy rolled tacos topped with cabbage and tomatoes on a white plate

    FAQ

    Can I make crispy tacos in the oven?

    Yes, you can bake them at 425F for 15 minutes.

    Where can I find soy curls online?

    Soy curls are available at butlers.com and on amazon.

    More Taco Recipes:

    • Vegan Rajas con Crema Tacos
    • Easy Vegan Tinga Tacos
    • TVP Street Tacos
    • Vegan Birria Tacos

     Did you try this recipe and love it?? Leave a comment below. Follow along on Facebook, YouTube, and Instagram for all of the latest recipes.

    crispy rolled tacos topped with pickled cabbage and tomato
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    Air Fryer Tacos Tapatios

    These crispy air fryer tacos tapatios are filled with seasoned soy curls, crisped to perfection, and topped with salsa verde, crema, pickled cabbage, and tomato.
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    Prep Time20 mins
    Cook Time20 mins
    Total Time40 mins
    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: Mexican
    Diet: Vegan
    Servings: 6 servings
    Calories: 517kcal
    Author: Dora S.

    Ingredients

    Soy curls:

    • 8 oz Butler's soy curls
    • 3 cups vegetable broth

    Seasoning sauce:

    • ¼ cup soy sauce
    • 2 garlic cloves
    • ¼ onion (47 g)
    • ¼ tsp. smoked paprika
    • ¼ cup water
    • 1 tsp. avocado oil (optional)
    • 28 corn tortillas

    Pickled cabbage

    • ½ small cabbage shredded (225g)
    • 2 limes, juiced
    • ¼ cup white vinegar
    • ¼ cup water
    • ½ tsp. fine sea salt

    Garnish:

    • 2 plum tomatoes (229g)
    • 1 cup almond crema
    • 1 cup salsa verde
    • ½ cup Pickled jalapeños
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    Instructions

    • In a medium pot bring the vegetable broth to a simmer. Remove from the heat. Place the soy curls in a heat proof bowl and pour the broth over them. Using a spoon press down on the soy curls to make sure they absorb all the liquid. Let rest for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
    • Place the soy sauce, garlic, onion, smoked paprika, and water in the blender and process until smooth. Set aside.
    • Place 1/3 of the soy curls in the blender and pulse until the soy curls shred and resemble shredded meat. Repeat this with the rest of the soy curls.
    • Heat avocado oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Stir in the shredded soy curls and sauté until golden brown, about 6 minutes. Pour in seasoning sauce and stir to combine. Continue cooking until almost all the liquid has evaporated. Remove from heat and set aside.
    • Preheat your air fryer to 400°F. Heat your tortillas in the microwave or on a griddle until they are soft enough to roll. Fill with about 1 tbsp. of shredded soy curls and roll tightly. Secure with a toothpick or place seam side down on the rack of your air fryer. Spray lightly with avocado oil (optional) and cook for 10 – 12 min. until golden brown.
    • While the tacos are cooking, place the cabbage in a large bowl and pour in the lime juice, white vinegar, salt and water. Stir to combine and let sit until you are ready to eat your tacos.
    • Remove the tacos from the air fryer and top with salsa verde, almond crema, pickled cabbage, and sliced tomatoes. Serve with pickled jalapeños on the side.

    Notes

    • Corn tortillas work the best for this. Try to find ones that are very thin, so you can get a crispier taco.
    • If you can’t find soy curls, you can also use TVP or green jackfruit.
    • I make my own crema out of soaked almonds, but a cashew cream will also work. Any commercial salsa verde will work but you have to try this recipe for the best salsa verde.
    • If you don’t have an air fryer you can bake these in the oven at 425°F for 12- 15 minutes.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 5tacos | Calories: 517kcal | Carbohydrates: 90g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 1893mg | Potassium: 609mg | Fiber: 17g | Sugar: 16g | Vitamin A: 1209IU | Vitamin C: 43mg | Calcium: 266mg | Iron: 7mg
    Tried this recipe?Mention @dorastable or tag #mexicangonevegan!

    Although dorastable.com attempts to provide accurate nutritional information, these figures should be considered estimates.

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    1. Rosalva

      August 06, 2021 at 9:16 pm

      Looks delicious, can’t wait to try it!

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