Ingredients:
1 lb raw shrimp, medium-large, peeled, deveined, and thawed
1 large egg
3/4 cup cornstarch
1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs (gluten free ok)
1 tsp baking soda
2 tbsp olive oil, or cooking spray
1 tbsp green onion, optional for garnish
Bang Bang Sauce Ingredients:
1-2 tsp Sriracha sauce
1/4 cup Asian sweet chili sauce
1/3 cup mayonnaise
Directions:
1. In a shallow plate or bowl combine cornstarch, panko, and baking soda. You can crush and mix with a fork, or pinch together the panko mix by hand.
2. In a medium bowl whisk the egg well. Add the shrimp. Then one at a time toss in the panko mixture, and set aside on a plate. Place the shrimp in the fridge for 10-15 mins.
3. While shrimp is in fridge, add all the ingredients for the bang bang sauce together in a bowl. Mix well, and set aside. Start with 1 tsp of Sriracha, and add the other for desired spice level.
4. Remove the shrimp from the fridge. Either spray with cooking oil, or lightly brush olive oil on both sides of the shrimp.
5. Place shrimp in the air fryer on 400°F for 10-12 mins. Be sure not to over crowd the shrimp because you will need to leave room to shake the basket. Do shrimp in batches if necessary. Around 5-7 mins of cook time remove air fryer basket, and shake shrimp. You can also use tongs. You want to move the shrimp to ensure it doesn't stick to the basket.
6. Remove shrimp, and drizzle with bang bang sauce. Add green onion if desired. Enjoy!
NOTE: Yes, there is no added salt or other seasonings in this recipe. I promise it is delicious just like this!