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Crispy Air Fryer Bang Bang Shrimp Recipe

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A quick and easy snack featuring crispy air-fried shrimp coated in a spicy-sweet bang bang sauce. Perfect for entertaining or satisfying late-night cravings with less oil and mess.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined, medium or large size
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
  • 1–2 teaspoons sriracha
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon lime juice
  • Optional: chopped green onions or cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels to help the coating stick better.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  3. Toss the shrimp in the flour mixture, ensuring each piece is evenly coated.
  4. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3-5 minutes.
  5. Place the shrimp in a single layer in the air fryer basket; cook in batches if necessary.
  6. Air fry the shrimp for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and opaque.
  7. While shrimp cooks, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, and lime juice to make the bang bang sauce.
  8. Transfer cooked shrimp to a bowl, drizzle with bang bang sauce, and toss gently to coat.
  9. Garnish with chopped green onions or cilantro if desired and serve immediately.

Notes

Pat shrimp dry thoroughly before coating to ensure crispiness. Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket; cook in batches if needed. Flip shrimp halfway through cooking for even crispiness. Make bang bang sauce fresh for best flavor. For gluten-free, substitute flour with almond or gluten-free flour blend. For dairy-free, use avocado or coconut oil-based mayonnaise alternatives. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 days and reheated in the air fryer at 350°F for 3-4 minutes to regain crispiness.

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