Crispy Air Fried Shrimp
Elevate your seafood game with this irresistible recipe for Crispy Air Fried Shrimp—a quick, flavorful dish that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests. This recipe combines juicy, tender shrimp with a crunchy panko breadcrumb coating seasoned with garlic powder, paprika, and a hint of black pepper for a deliciously crispy bite. Best of all, the air fryer delivers the golden-brown perfection you crave using minimal oil for a healthier twist on classic fried shrimp. Ready in just 25 minutes, these shrimp are served hot and fresh with zesty lemon wedges for the perfect finishing touch. Whether you're searching for an easy appetizer or a crowd-pleasing main dish, this air fryer shrimp recipe is sure to impress!
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Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0 as needed non-stick cooking spray
- 0 for serving lemon wedges
Directions
Step 1
In a shallow bowl, add the all-purpose flour.
Step 2
In another shallow bowl, beat the eggs until well mixed.
Step 3
In a third bowl, combine panko breadcrumbs, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Step 4
Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels.
Step 5
Dredge each shrimp in the flour, shaking off any excess.
Step 6
Dip the floured shrimp in the beaten eggs, letting the excess drip off.
Step 7
Coat the shrimp evenly with the panko breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
Step 8
Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
Step 9
Spray the air fryer basket with non-stick cooking spray.
Step 10
Arrange the shrimp in a single layer in the air fryer basket, ensuring they are not overcrowded.
Step 11
Spray the top of the shrimp lightly with non-stick cooking spray.
Step 12
Cook for 5 minutes, flip the shrimp, then cook for an additional 3-5 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
Step 13
Remove the shrimp from the basket and repeat with any remaining shrimp.
Step 14
Serve immediately with lemon wedges.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (678.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1021.3 |
| Total Fat 13.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 3.7g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 1229.3mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2167.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 89.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 4.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 4.4g | |
| Protein 135.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 82IU | 0% |
| Calcium 408.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1452.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories