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Air Fryer Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos

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This dish was always the crown jewel of our weekend takeout—until we discovered how easy it was to recreate at home. Crispy shrimp, coated in a creamy honey-lemon sauce and topped with crunchy candied walnuts—it’s a restaurant favorite made simple and soulful in your own kitchen.

Ingredients

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For the Shrimp:

1 lb jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined

4 egg whites

¼ tsp salt

¼ tsp black pepper

⅔ cup cornstarch (or potato/tapioca/sweet rice flour)

1 cup vegetable oil (for frying)

For the Sauce:

¼ cup Japanese mayo (or regular mayo)

3 tbsp sweetened condensed milk (or coconut condensed milk)

2 tbsp honey

1 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice

For the Candied Walnuts:

½ cup walnut halves

3 tbsp granulated sugar (or brown sugar)

1 tbsp cold water

Optional Garnish:

1 green onion, finely chopped

Instructions

Candied Walnuts: Heat sugar and water in a small pan over medium heat. Stir until bubbly, add walnuts, and stir to coat. Spread on parchment and let cool.

Shrimp: Whisk egg whites, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Toss shrimp in cornstarch, dip in egg whites, and fry in hot oil (375°F) until golden, about 2–3 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.

Sauce: Mix mayo, condensed milk, honey, and lemon juice in a bowl.

Toss fried shrimp in sauce, top with candied walnuts and green onions. Serve immediately.

Notes

A dish to wow your taste buds and your guests—sweet, crunchy, and utterly crave-worthy.

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