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Air Fryer Bang Bang Shrimp

Crispy Air Fryer Bang Bang Shrimp in Under 30 Minutes

Delicious Air Fryer Bang Bang Shrimp, a quick and easy appetizer with a crispy texture and flavorful sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 1 minute
Total Time 23 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 290
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound Jumbo Shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1/2 cup Flour or cornstarch for gluten-free
For the Coating
  • 1 large Egg beaten
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • spray Olive Oil Cooking Spray
For the Bang Bang Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Mayo or light mayo
  • 1/4 cup Sweet Thai Chili Sauce
  • to taste tbsp Sriracha adjust based on heat preference

Equipment

  • Air Fryer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prep the Shrimp: Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels. In a bowl, combine flour or cornstarch with salt and pepper. In another bowl, beat an egg.
  2. Coat the Shrimp: Dip each shrimp in the beaten egg, then coat with the flour mixture before laying them on a plate.
  3. Air Fry the Shrimp: Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 5 minutes. Spray the basket, place shrimp in a single layer, and cook for 10-12 minutes.
  4. Make the Bang Bang Sauce: Combine mayo, sweet Thai chili sauce, and Sriracha in a bowl. Whisk until smooth and adjust spice if needed.
  5. Combine & Serve: Toss cooked shrimp with bang bang sauce. Garnish with chopped green onions or sesame seeds and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 22gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 350mgSugar: 4gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat in the air fryer for best results.

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