Description
Air Fryer Bang Bang Shrimp is a scrumptious appetizer that marries the delightful crunch of golden-brown shrimp with a creamy, spicy bang bang sauce. Perfect for game nights or casual dinners, this quick and easy recipe takes just over 30 minutes to prepare, making it ideal for busy weeknights. The air fryer allows you to achieve that crispy texture without the guilt of deep frying, creating a healthier yet indulgent treat. Customize the heat level to suit your family’s tastes and serve these flavorful bites on their own or as part of a vibrant meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup Thai sweet chili sauce
- ½ teaspoon Sriracha
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 pound shrimp (peeled, deveined, tail removed)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup panko
- Nonstick cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 380°F (193°C) and spray the basket with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a small bowl, mix together mayonnaise, Thai sweet chili sauce, Sriracha, and honey for the bang bang sauce; set aside.
- Set up three bowls: one with flour, one with buttermilk, and one with panko.
- Dredge each shrimp in flour, dip in buttermilk, then coat with panko crumbs.
- Place coated shrimp in the air fryer basket in a single layer and lightly spray tops with cooking spray. Air fry for about 6 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
- Toss cooked shrimp in the prepared bang bang sauce and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 275
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 130mg