1 lb large raw shrimp (16-20 count), peeled and deveined
1/2 cup buttermilk
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup cornstarch
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp fine sea salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
Avocado oil spray
1/2 cup full-fat mayonnaise
1/4 cup Thai sweet chili sauce
1-2 tbsp Sriracha
1 tbsp fresh lime juice
Instructions
Pat the shrimp completely dry with paper towels.
Set up three shallow dishes. In the first, whisk together flour, cornstarch, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. In the second, add buttermilk. In the third, add panko breadcrumbs.
Working one at a time, dredge each shrimp in the flour mixture, then the buttermilk, and finally press firmly into the panko to coat completely. Place on a baking sheet.
Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 5 minutes.
Arrange shrimp in a single layer in the air fryer basket (work in batches if needed). Lightly spray the tops with avocado oil spray.
Air fry for 6-8 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and cooked through.
While shrimp cook, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, Sriracha, and lime juice in a large bowl.
Transfer the hot shrimp to the bowl with the sauce and toss gently to coat.
Serve immediately, garnished with sliced green onions if desired.
Notes
For the crispiest results, do not overcrowd the air fryer basket. Cook the shrimp in two separate batches if necessary to ensure hot air can circulate around each piece.
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