Golden Fried Shrimp (Printable Version)
Golden, crunchy shrimp made in the air fryer with bold sriracha mayo. A lightweight twist on deep frying that tastes amazing.
# Ingredients:
→ Spicy Mayo
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1/4 cup mayo
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1/2 tsp fresh lemon juice
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Salt as needed
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1/2 tbsp sriracha (or up to 1 tbsp, as you like)
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1 minced garlic clove
→ Crispy Shrimp
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1/2 cup plain flour
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1 lb large shrimp, peeled and cleaned
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1 tbsp Old Bay spice mix
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Cooking oil spray (works in air fryers)
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1 cup panko crumbs
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2 whisked large eggs
# Steps:
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Combine mayo, hot sauce, lemon juice, garlic, and a pinch of salt. Chill until ready to eat.
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In the first dish, stir together flour and seasoning. Put eggs in the second container and whisk them well. Fill the third dish with panko crumbs.
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Make sure shrimp is dry. Roll in flour mixture, dip in egg, and cover in breadcrumbs, pressing them on gently.
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Spritz shrimp and fryer basket with cooking spray. Air fry at 400°F for 6-8 minutes, or until nicely crisp and golden.
# Notes:
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Use gluten-free flour and breadcrumbs instead for a GF version
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To make it keto, switch to almond flour and ground pork rinds
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Keep space between shrimp in the fryer for even cooking