Air Fryer Bang Bang Shrimp is a crispy and spicy seafood dish featuring golden shrimp tossed in a creamy, tangy, and slightly spicy bang bang sauce. This dish is perfect as an appetizer or a light main course.
Recipe
Ingredients (Serves 4):
- For the shrimp:
- 1 lb (450g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- Cooking spray
- For the sauce:
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp sweet chili sauce
- 1 tsp Sriracha (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp honey or sugar (optional)
For garnish:
- Green onions, chopped
- Lime wedges
Preparation Instructions:
- Prepare the shrimp:
- Toss the shrimp with garlic powder, paprika, and salt.
- Coat each shrimp in flour, dip in beaten eggs, and coat with Panko breadcrumbs.
- Cook in the air fryer:
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Arrange the shrimp in a single layer in the air fryer basket and spray lightly with cooking spray.
- Cook for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crispy.
- Make the bang bang sauce:
- In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, Sriracha, and honey until smooth.
- Assemble:
- Drizzle the bang bang sauce over the crispy shrimp or toss the shrimp in the sauce for full coating.
- Serve:
- Garnish with chopped green onions and serve with lime wedges.
Preparation Time
- Prep time: 10 minutes
- Cook time: 10 minutes
- Total time: 20 minutes
Nutrition (Per Serving):
- Calories: 300 kcal
- Protein: 22g
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
Notes
- Adjust the level of spice in the sauce by modifying the amount of Sriracha.
- Serve on a bed of lettuce or rice for a complete meal.
- Leftovers can be reheated in the air fryer at 350°F for 3-4 minutes.
Enjoy the crispy and flavorful “Air Fryer Bang Bang Shrimp,” a perfect combination of texture and spice! 😊