Air Fryer Bang Bang Shrimp (Printer-Friendly)
Crispy shrimp with sweet heat, tossed in creamy spicy sauce for irresistible flavor and texture.
# What You’ll Need:
→ For the shrimp
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1 cup buttermilk, divided
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1 pound fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
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1/2 cup all-purpose flour
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1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
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1 cup panko bread crumbs
→ For the bang bang sauce
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1/2 cup mayonnaise
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1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
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1 tablespoon sriracha sauce
→ Optional garnish
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Fresh cilantro, chopped
# Steps to Follow:
01 -
Place the shrimp in half a cup of buttermilk and let soak in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours to tenderize and impart flavor.
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In the first shallow bowl, combine the flour and black pepper. In a second bowl, add the remaining buttermilk. In a third bowl, add the panko bread crumbs. Arrange the bowls in a breading station sequence.
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Remove each marinated shrimp from the buttermilk, dredge it in the flour and pepper mixture, dip it back into the buttermilk, then coat generously with panko bread crumbs. Arrange coated shrimp on a plate or tray.
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Spray the air fryer basket with non-stick cooking spray. Place the breaded shrimp in a single layer. Lightly spray shrimp with cooking spray. Set air fryer to 390°F and cook for 5 minutes. Flip shrimp, spray again, and air fry for an additional 5 minutes until golden and crisp.
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For stovetop preparation, add 2 inches of canola oil to a large saucepan and heat to 350°F. Carefully add breaded shrimp in batches, cooking each side for 3 minutes until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
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In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, and sriracha until smooth.
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Gently toss the cooked shrimp with bang bang sauce until fully coated. Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro and serve immediately.
# Helpful Hints:
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Increase or reduce the amount of sriracha in the sauce to control the heat to your preference.
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Using Thai sweet chili sauce adds a signature tangy flavor balanced by mild spice.