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Crispy air fryer fried shrimp served with dipping sauce on a plate

Air Fryer Fried Shrimp

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Enjoy crispy, golden fried shrimp in under 15 minutes with this easy air fryer recipe that delivers the texture of traditional fried shrimp without the oil and mess.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 18 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Seafood
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined (medium to large size)
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs (Panko recommended for extra crunch)
  • 1/2 cup flour (use gluten-free flour to make this gluten-free)
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Cooking spray, as needed

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Thaw shrimp completely if frozen, then pat dry with paper towels.
  2. Set up three shallow bowls: one with flour seasoned lightly with salt and pepper, one with beaten eggs, and one with Panko mixed with garlic powder and paprika.
  3. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 3 minutes.
Cooking
  1. Dredge each shrimp in flour, shake off excess, dip into the beaten eggs, then press into the Panko to fully coat.
  2. Arrange shrimp in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Don’t overcrowd—work in batches if needed.
  3. Lightly spray the shrimp with cooking spray to promote browning.
  4. Air fry at 400°F for 6–8 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the coating is golden and the shrimp are opaque and firm.
Serving
  1. Remove shrimp promptly to avoid carryover cooking. Serve hot with lemon wedges, tartar sauce, cocktail sauce, or your favorite aioli.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1g

Notes

Panko gives the crispiest coating; for a spicy kick, add cayenne or smoked paprika. Use egg substitute for a vegan-friendly option.
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