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Why Make This Recipe
Air Fryer Fried Shrimp is a delightful dish that brings the taste of the sea right to your kitchen. It’s perfect for a quick dinner, a tasty appetizer, or even a fun snack. The air fryer makes cooking shrimp easy, giving them a crispy texture without the need for lots of oil. Plus, this recipe is healthier than traditional fried shrimp and still full of flavor!
How to Make Air Fryer Fried Shrimp
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooking spray or oil for frying
Directions
- Start by preheating the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, mix together the breadcrumbs, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Set up a breading station with three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with the breadcrumb mixture.
- Dip each shrimp into the flour first, then into the egg, and finally coat it with the breadcrumb mixture.
- Spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray. Place the breaded shrimp in the basket in a single layer, making sure they are not crowded.
- Spray the shrimp lightly with cooking spray.
- Air fry for about 8-10 minutes or until the shrimp are golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve with your favorite dipping sauce and enjoy!
How to Serve Air Fryer Fried Shrimp
You can serve Air Fryer Fried Shrimp as an appetizer with dipping sauces like cocktail sauce or tartar sauce. They also go well in tacos or as a topping for a salad.
How to Store Air Fryer Fried Shrimp
If you have leftovers, you can store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. To reheat, simply place them back in the air fryer for a few minutes until heated through and crispy.
Tips to Make Air Fryer Fried Shrimp
- Make sure to pat the shrimp dry before breading them to help the coating stick better.
- For extra crunch, you can add some grated parmesan cheese to the breadcrumb mixture.
- Don’t overcrowd the air fryer basket; this will help ensure even cooking.
Variation
You can spice things up by adding different seasonings to the breadcrumb mixture, like cayenne pepper for heat or Italian herbs for added flavor.
FAQs
Can I use frozen shrimp?
Yes, just make sure to thaw them completely before preparing them for the recipe.
What if I don’t have an air fryer?
You can fry the shrimp in a pan with oil over medium heat. Just make sure to monitor them closely to avoid burning.
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Can I use gluten-free breadcrumbs?
Absolutely! You can replace regular breadcrumbs with gluten-free ones for a gluten-free version of this dish.
Air Fryer Fried Shrimp
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined Make sure to pat dry before breading.
- 1 cup breadcrumbs Add grated parmesan cheese for extra crunch if desired.
- 1/2 cup flour
- 2 large eggs Beaten for the breading station.
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooking spray or oil for frying To coat the air fryer basket and shrimp.
Instructions
Preparation
- Start by preheating the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, mix together the breadcrumbs, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Set up a breading station with three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with the breadcrumb mixture.
- Dip each shrimp into the flour first, then into the egg, and finally coat it with the breadcrumb mixture.
Cooking
- Spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray.
- Place the breaded shrimp in the basket in a single layer, making sure they are not crowded.
- Spray the shrimp lightly with cooking spray.
- Air fry for about 8-10 minutes or until the shrimp are golden brown and cooked through.
Serving
- Serve with your favorite dipping sauce and enjoy!