Description

A crispy, spicy, and sweet shrimp recipe designed for solo diners, using an air fryer for a healthier, mess-free meal that comes together in about 15 minutes.

Ingredients

Scale

12 oz (340g) frozen raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 large egg white
Splash of milk or water
½ cup (40g) panko breadcrumbs
½ teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and black pepper to taste
Cooking spray or oil for misting
½ cup (120g) full-fat mayonnaise
¼ cup (60ml) sweet chili sauce
1–2 tablespoons sriracha
1 tablespoon honey
½ teaspoon garlic powder
Optional: Sesame seeds and chopped green onions for garnish

Instructions

Thaw frozen shrimp under cold water for 5-10 minutes, then pat them completely dry with paper towels. Season with salt and pepper.
In a shallow bowl, whisk the egg white with a splash of milk until smooth. In another shallow bowl, spread out the panko breadcrumbs mixed with a pinch of garlic powder.
Dip each shrimp into the egg wash, let excess drip off, then press into the panko to coat fully. Place in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
Lightly spray the breaded shrimp with oil.
Air fry at 390°F (200°C) for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and opaque.
While shrimp cook, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, and garlic powder in a bowl to make the sauce.
Transfer cooked shrimp to the bowl with sauce and toss gently to coat.
Serve immediately, garnished with sesame seeds and green onions if desired.

Notes

Ensure shrimp are completely dry before breading to prevent soggy coating. Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket; cook in batches if necessary. Toss shrimp in sauce immediately before eating to maintain crispiness. Sauce can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to a week.

Prep Time: 12 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian Fusion

Nutrition

Serving Size: 12 shrimp
Calories: 320
Sugar: 12
Sodium: 650
Fat: 14
Saturated Fat: 2
Carbohydrates: 24
Fiber: 1
Protein: 22

Keywords: air fryer, bang bang shrimp, solo dinner, quick meals, seafood, spicy shrimp, healthy cooking, easy dinner