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Juicy jumbo shrimp dressed in a creamy sweet and spicy sauce. This is a great recipe for get togethers when you need an appetizer that will have people raving about your cooking. These Air fryer bang bang shrimp skewers will quickly become a favorite.

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Bang Bang Shrimp Skewers

Juicy jumbo shrimp dressed in a creamy sweet and spicy sauce. This is a great recipe for get togethers when you need an appetizer that will have people raving about your cooking.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time8 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Keyword: appetizers, bang bang, crispy shrimp
Servings: 10 skewers
Author: kingcooks

Equipment

  • 1 Air Fryer

Ingredients

  • 2 lb jumbo shrimp deveined and shelled
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tbsp tarragon dried or fresh
  • 1/4 tsp paprika
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
  • 1 tbsp garlic minced
  • 1 tsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 8-10 skewers 5-6 inches

Bang bang sauce

  • 1/2 cup mayo
  • 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes

Instructions

Bang Bang Sauce

  • In a small bowl mix together all ingredients for the bang bang sauce. Stir until full combined and set aside.
  • In a large bowl or zip lock bag, add shrimp, salt, black pepper, onion powder, tarragon, paprika, red pepper flakes, garlic, soy sauce and olive oil.
  • Mix thoroughly until all shrimp are coated in the marinade. Allow to marinate for 10-15 minutes or overnight in the fridge.
  • Once marinaded, skewer the shrimp to the prepared skewers.
  • TIP: If you’re grilling or baking and using wooden skewer please soak them in water for at least 20 minutes beforehand.
  • Add skewered shrimp to the air fryer basket or tray and cook @400F for 8-9 minutes flipping half way through.
  • Once cooked, brush on the bang bang sauce on all sides.
  • Serve with rice or enjoy with a big delicious salad.
  • Enjoy!

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