Bang Bang Shrimp

Name: Bang Bang Shrimp (Air Fryer)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 8 min
Total time: 23 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Asian-American
Ingredients: 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined; 1/4 cup all-purpose flour; 1/4 cup cornstarch; 2 large eggs; 1 cup panko breadcrumbs; 1 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper; 1 tsp garlic powder; 1 tsp paprika; cooking spray; 1/2 cup mayonnaise; 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce; 1 tbsp sriracha; 1 tbsp honey; 1 tsp rice wine vinegar; cooked sticky rice, for serving; chopped green onions, for garnish

Bang Bang Shrimp is a crispy air-fried appetizer with a sweet and spicy Asian sauce that rivals the deep-fried version with a fraction of the oil. The panko coating delivers crunch while the bright sauce clings to every piece.

⚡Air Fryer

🌍Asian-American 🏷️Bang bang shrimp 🏷️Shrimp 🏷️Crispy shrimp 🏷️Air fryer Appetizer

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🏷️Sweet and spicy

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Total

23 min

Servings

2

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$31–$51

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Ingredients

1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup cornstarch
2 large eggs
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp paprika
cooking spray
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
1 tbsp sriracha
1 tbsp honey
1 tsp rice wine vinegar
cooked sticky rice, for servingoptional
chopped green onions, for garnishoptional

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Instructions

1
Set up a three-bowl breading station. In the first bowl, combine flour and cornstarch. In the second, crack and whisk the eggs. In the third, combine panko breadcrumbs, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
2
Dredge each shrimp first in the flour mixture, then dip in the egg, and finally coat thoroughly in the panko mixture.
3
Spray your air fryer basket with cooking spray. Arrange the breaded shrimp in a single layer, ensuring they don't overlap.
4
Spray the tops of the shrimp with more cooking spray.
5
Air fry at 400°F for 5 minutes.
6
Flip the shrimp and air fry for another 3 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
7
While the shrimp cooks, prepare the sauce. In a medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, and rice wine vinegar until smooth.
8
Once cooked, transfer the crispy shrimp to a large bowl and toss with the sauce until evenly coated.
9
Serve immediately over sticky rice and garnish with chopped green onions.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket—shrimp should sit in a single layer for even crisping. Work in two batches if needed.
Pat shrimp dry before coating to help the flour-egg-panko mixture adhere and crisp properly.
Spray the coated shrimp lightly with cooking spray before air frying to boost browning and crunch.
Toss shrimp in sauce immediately after air frying while still warm so the coating stays crispy; serve over sticky rice to catch excess sauce.

Substitutions

All-purpose flour → cornstarch (use 1/2 cup total, skip flour for extra crunch)
Panko breadcrumbs → regular breadcrumbs or crushed tortilla chips (texture will be finer or more savory)
Eggs → 1/4 cup aquafaba or plant-based egg wash (for vegan version)

Storage & make-ahead

Store cooled shrimp and sauce separately in airtight containers for up to 2 days. Reheat shrimp in the air fryer at 350°F for 3–4 minutes to restore crispness before tossing with sauce.