Air Fryer Fried Shrimp
A quick and healthy alternative to traditional fried shrimp, crispy outside and juicy inside, perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
For the shrimp
- 1 pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup breadcrumbs Panko breadcrumbs recommended for extra crunch
- 1/2 cup flour Use gluten-free flour for a gluten-free option
- 2 large eggs Beaten
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- to taste salt and pepper
- as needed cooking spray
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, combine the flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs.
- In a third bowl, place the breadcrumbs.
- Dip each shrimp first in the flour mixture, then in the beaten eggs, and finally coat with breadcrumbs.
- Arrange the shrimp in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Spray with cooking spray.
Cooking
- Air fry for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through, or until golden and crispy.
Serving
- Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
For leftovers, let the shrimp cool completely before storing in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in the air fryer for a few minutes to regain crispiness.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1g
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