Air Fryer Fried Shrimp
This Air Fryer Fried Shrimp recipe is a crispy, golden delight that brings comfort and joy, perfect for family gatherings and weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound Shrimp (large, peeled and deveined)
- 1 cup Breadcrumbs Panko breadcrumbs recommended for extra crunch.
- 1/2 cup All-purpose flour
- 2 large Eggs Beaten
Seasonings
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 1/4 teaspoon Black pepper
- Enough to coat Cooking spray or oil for spraying
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Set up your breading station: In one bowl, pour in the all-purpose flour; in another, beat the eggs; in a third, combine breadcrumbs with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Coat each shrimp by dipping into the flour, shaking off the excess, then into the egg mixture, and finally coating with the breadcrumb mixture.
- Arrange the coated shrimp in a single layer in the air fryer basket, ensuring they don’t overlap.
- Lightly spray the shrimp with cooking spray or drizzle some oil.
Cooking
- Air fry the shrimp for 8 to 10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.
- Check for doneness at 8 minutes; they should be golden brown. Add additional time if necessary.
- Serve warm for best taste.
Notes
Consider adding fresh herbs like parsley or dill before serving for a touch of color and flavor. Shrimp can be paired with coleslaw, French fries, garlic bread, or sauces like cocktail sauce or spicy aioli.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 30gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 600mgFiber: 1g
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