Air Fried Butternut Squash Tacos Recipes

Steps:

• In a small mixing bowl, thoroughly combine the salt, garlic powder, paprika, brown sugar, black pepper and cayenne. Set aside.
• Using a sharp knife, cut the tubular top portion away from the globe-shaped bottoms of both squash. Using the knife or a mandoline, shave the tops into chips. Submerge the chips in a deep container with ice water for 10 minutes (this removes any extra starch and makes the chips crispy). Strain the chips and pat dry.
• Meanwhile, using an instant-read thermometer, bring 3 inches of duck fat to 325 degrees F in a heavy gauge Dutch oven over medium heat. Working in batches, fry the chips until they are golden and crispy, 5 to 7 minutes. Transfer with a fine mesh strainer to a paper-towel-lined dish. Season immediately with a sprinkle of spice mix. Repeat until all chips are fried. Transfer to a large bowl and serve.

Steps:

• Preheat air fryer to 400°. Combine first 6 ingredients. Add squash pieces; toss to coat. In batches, arrange squash in a single layer on greased tray in air-fryer basket. Cook until tender, 15-20 minutes. , Divide squash evenly among tortillas. Top with queso fresco, avocado and red onion. If desired, serve with pico de gallo.

Steps:

• Preheat air fryer to 375°. In a large bowl, toss squash, orange juice concentrate, ginger and pepper. Transfer to greased tray in air-fryer basket. Cook until squash is tender, 20-25 minutes, stirring every 5 minutes. Stir in butter before serving.