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Air Fryer Bang Bang Shrimp

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:

  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. Make the bang bang sauce:
    • In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, Sriracha, and honey until smooth.
  4. Assemble:
    • Drizzle the bang bang sauce over the crispy shrimp or toss the shrimp in the sauce for full coating.
  5. 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! 😊

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