Air Fryer Bang Bang Shrimp

Ingredients

For the Shrimp

• 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• ½ cup buttermilk
• ¾ cup cornstarch
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp paprika
• ½ tsp salt
• ¼ tsp black pepper
• Cooking spray

For the Bang Bang Sauce

• ½ cup mayonnaise
• ¼ cup sweet chili sauce
• 1–2 tbsp sriracha or hot sauce
• 1 tbsp honey (optional)

Optional Garnish

• Green onions
• Sesame seeds
• Lettuce
• Lime wedges

Instructions

1. Prepare the Shrimp

1. Pat shrimp dry with paper towels.
2. Place shrimp in buttermilk for 10–15 minutes.

2. Make the Coating

1. In a bowl, mix cornstarch, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
2. Remove shrimp from buttermilk and coat evenly in the cornstarch mixture.

3. Air Fry

1. Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
2. Lightly spray basket with cooking spray.
3. Arrange shrimp in a single layer.
4. Spray tops lightly with cooking spray.
5. Air fry for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until crispy and golden.

4. Make the Sauce

Mix mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, and honey in a bowl until smooth.

5. Toss and Serve

1. Toss cooked shrimp gently in bang bang sauce.
2. Garnish with green onions or sesame seeds.
3. Serve immediately.

Tips

• Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket for maximum crispiness.
• Pat shrimp dry before coating to help the crust stick better.
• Add more sriracha if you prefer extra heat.
• Serve the sauce on the side if you want the shrimp to stay extra crispy.
• Frozen shrimp should be fully thawed and dried before cooking.