Low Fat Fried Popcorn Shrimp

Crispy, golden, and irresistibly delicious, this Low Fat Fried Popcorn Shrimp recipe is your ticket to satisfying seafood cravings without the guilt! Perfectly seasoned shrimp are marinated in tangy buttermilk, coated in a zesty blend of flour, cornmeal, and spices, and then air-fried to crunchy perfection—no heavy frying required. With only a spritz of olive oil spray, this healthier version of classic fried shrimp manages to stay low in fat while delivering big on flavor. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy-to-make dish pairs beautifully with your favorite dipping sauce and makes a show-stopping appetizer or light dinner option. Whether you're looking to indulge in seafood or explore a lighter alternative to traditional fried dishes, this recipe checks all the boxes!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 450 grams large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 180 ml buttermilk
• 60 grams all-purpose flour
• 60 grams cornmeal
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 as needed olive oil spray

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine the buttermilk with half of the salt. Add the cleaned shrimp and let them marinate in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes.

Step 2

Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).

Step 3

In another bowl, mix together the flour, cornmeal, paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, remaining salt, and black pepper.

Step 4

Remove the shrimp from the buttermilk, allowing any excess to drip off.

Step 5

Dredge each shrimp in the flour and cornmeal mixture, pressing gently to adhere.

Step 6

Place the coated shrimp in a single layer in the preheated air fryer basket. Do not overcrowd; cook in batches if necessary.

Step 7

Lightly spray the shrimp with olive oil spray to help them crisp up.

Step 8

Cook in the air fryer at 400°F (200°C) for 6-8 minutes, or until the shrimp are golden brown and cooked through.

Step 9

Serve immediately with your choice of dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(769.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1024.9

Total Fat 11.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.4g
Cholesterol 870.9mg	0%
Sodium 3064.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 108.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.7g	0%
Total Sugars 9.9g
Protein 125.4g	0%

Vitamin D 96.5IU	0%
Calcium 556.8mg	0%
Iron 6.8mg	0%
Potassium 1700.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 9.7%

Protein: 48.5%

Carbs: 41.8%