Description
These Air Fryer Fried Shrimp with Sriracha Mayo are crispy, flavorful, and quick to make. With a panko crust, succulent shrimp, and a tangy, spicy dipping sauce, they are perfect for any occasion—whether as an appetizer or a main course.
Ingredients
1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
½ cup all-purpose flour
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
Cooking spray
For the Sriracha Mayo:
½ cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons sriracha sauce
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Prepare the Shrimp: Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels to remove moisture, ensuring they crisp up in the air fryer.
- Set Up the Breading Station: In three separate bowls:
- Bowl 1: Place the flour.
- Bowl 2: Beat the eggs.
- Bowl 3: Mix the panko breadcrumbs with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Coat the Shrimp: Dip shrimp in flour, then egg, and finally coat in the panko mixture.
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3-5 minutes.
- Arrange Shrimp in the Air Fryer: Arrange the shrimp in a single layer in the air fryer basket, ensuring they aren’t overcrowded. Lightly spray with cooking spray.
- Air Fry the Shrimp: Cook for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
- Prepare the Sriracha Mayo: Mix mayonnaise, sriracha sauce, lime juice, and garlic powder in a small bowl.
- Serve: Serve the shrimp hot with sriracha mayo for dipping.
Notes
Ensure shrimp are dry before breading for the crispiest texture.
If you prefer a milder spice, reduce the sriracha sauce or adjust chili levels in the dipping sauce.
Customize the breading by swapping panko with regular breadcrumbs or crushed cornflakes for different textures.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8-10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 170mg
