Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Pat the peeled and deveined shrimp completely dry with paper towels. This is crucial for achieving a crispy coating.1 lb large shrimp
- In three separate shallow bowls or plates, set up your breading stations.
- Station 1: Combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Whisk to combine.1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup cornstarch, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Station 2: Place the lightly beaten eggs.2 large eggs
- Station 3: Spread the panko breadcrumbs.1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
- Working in batches, dredge each shrimp first in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess. Then, dip it into the beaten eggs, letting any excess drip off. Finally, coat the shrimp generously with the panko breadcrumbs, pressing gently to ensure they adhere well.1 lb large shrimp, 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup cornstarch, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, 2 large eggs, 1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.
- Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray to prevent sticking. Arrange the breaded shrimp in a single layer in the air fryer basket, being careful not to overcrowd the basket. You may need to cook in batches.1 lb large shrimp, cooking spray
- Cook the shrimp for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until they are golden brown, crispy, and fully cooked. Cooking time may vary slightly depending on your air fryer model and the size of the shrimp.1 lb large shrimp
- While the shrimp are cooking, prepare the bang bang sauce. In a medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, rice vinegar, and honey until smooth and well combined. Taste and adjust sriracha for your preferred level of heat.1/2 cup mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce, 1 tablespoon sriracha, 1 teaspoon rice vinegar, 1/2 teaspoon honey
- Once the shrimp are cooked, transfer them to a bowl and gently toss them with about half of the bang bang sauce, ensuring each shrimp is coated.1 lb large shrimp, 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce, 1 tablespoon sriracha, 1 teaspoon rice vinegar, 1/2 teaspoon honey
- Warm your tortillas according to package directions. This can be done in a dry skillet over medium heat, in the microwave, or briefly in the air fryer (though monitor closely to prevent them from becoming brittle).8-10 small corn or flour tortillas
- Fill each warm tortilla with a generous portion of shredded cabbage, followed by the saucy air fryer bang bang shrimp.8-10 small corn or flour tortillas, 1 cup shredded cabbage or coleslaw mix, 1 lb large shrimp
- Drizzle with the remaining bang bang sauce and sprinkle with fresh cilantro. Serve immediately with lime wedges and any of your favorite optional toppings like avocado, red onion, or pickled jalapenos.1/2 cup mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce, 1 tablespoon sriracha, 1 teaspoon rice vinegar, 1/2 teaspoon honey, 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, lime wedges, Optional toppings
Notes
For the best quality, store any leftover cooked bang bang shrimp and the bang bang sauce separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator. Reheat shrimp in the air fryer at 350°F (175°C) for about 3-5 minutes.
