Air Fryer Bang Bang Shrimp
A crispy, creamy, and delicious twist on a classic dish that combines bold flavors of spicy mayo with air-fried shrimp. Perfect as an appetizer or main course.
Ingredients
For the Shrimp
- 1 pound Medium Shrimp Rinsed and pat dried.
- 1/2 cup Flour For coating the shrimp.
- 2 large Eggs Beaten.
- 1 cup Panko Bread Crumbs For maximum crunch.
- 1 teaspoon Paprika For color and smokiness.
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Enhances flavor.
- 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Adds depth.
- 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Essential seasoning.
- 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Adds a slight kick.
- Oil spray Olive Oil Spray For a golden-brown finish.
- 2 tablespoons Green Onions Optional garnish.
For the Sauce
- 1/2 cup Mayo Creates a creamy base.
- 2 tablespoons Sriracha Sauce For the spicy kick.
- 2 tablespoons Thai Sweet Chili Sauce Balances the heat.
Instructions
Preparation
- Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
- In a bowl, mix flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs until smooth.
- Place the panko breadcrumbs in another shallow dish.
- Set up an assembly line: shrimp -> flour mix -> egg -> panko.
Cooking
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.
- Dip a shrimp in the flour mixture, then in the beaten eggs, and finally roll in panko breadcrumbs.
- Arrange the coated shrimp in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Spray lightly with olive oil.
- Air fry for 6–8 minutes or until golden brown, shaking the basket halfway through.
Serving
- While cooking, mix mayo, sriracha, and Thai sweet chili sauce in a bowl.
- Once cooked, remove shrimp and place on a serving platter.
- Drizzle with spicy mayo and garnish with green onions if desired.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
For the best results, ensure shrimp are well-dried before breading. Don’t overcrowd the fryer, and always preheat.