Instructions
Pat the shrimp dry, then season with a pinch of salt and a few grinds of pepper.
Whisk the flour with 3/4 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a shallow bowl.
Whisk the eggs with a pinch of salt in another shallow bowl.
Add the breadcrumbs to a third shallow bowl.
Dip a shrimp in the seasoned flour, shaking off any excess, then dip in the beaten eggs.
Dredge in the breadcrumbs, turning until evenly coated.
Repeat with the remaining shrimp.
Preheat air fryer to 385 degrees F.
Working in batches, place some of the shrimp in a single layer in the fryer basket, then spray lightly with cooking spray.
Cook, flipping halfway through, until the shrimp are golden brown and cooked through.
Stir together the mayonnaise, pickled jalapenos, mustard, ketchup, hot sauce, and scallion in a small bowl until smooth.
Serve with the fried shrimp for dipping.
Pro Tips
Pat the shrimp dry thoroughly before seasoning to ensure the breading adheres properly.
Shake off excess flour before dipping in the egg wash to prevent a gummy coating.
Work in batches to ensure the shrimp are in a single layer for even crisping.
Flipping the shrimp halfway through the cooking time ensures even browning on both sides.