Air Fryer Shrimp
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
6 mins
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Total Time
26 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
218 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Appetizer
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Cuisine
American
Air Fryer Shrimp
Description
This recipe coats shrimp first in a seasoned all-purpose flour mixture with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder for initial flavor and to help adhesion. After dipping in beaten eggs, the shrimp are covered in a blend of panko and plain breadcrumbs, which create a crunchy texture when air fried at 400°F. The shrimp are spaced out to allow the hot air to crisp the coating evenly, flipping midway through for consistent browning.
The resulting dish has a crisp exterior with tender shrimp inside. The inclusion of garlic powder and black pepper in the coating adds subtle savory notes. Serving with zesty cocktail sauce or creamy remoulade complements the mild seafood flavor. Lemon wedges and parsley add brightness and fresh color when garnishing.
This method provides an alternative to deep-frying, using less oil but still producing a crunchy coating. The shrimp cook quickly, making this a convenient recipe for entertaining or a quick meal. Leftovers can be reheated briefly in the air fryer for best texture.
Ingredients
- 1 pound Shrimp devein, peel but leave tails on if desired, jumbo
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 egg beaten
- 3/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs
- cooking spray nonstick
- lemon optional, wedges (lemon), for garnish
- parsley optional, wedges (lemon), for garnish
- cocktail sauce can also use remoulade, for serving
Instructions
- Place the flour in a small bowl along with the salt, pepper and garlic powder. Stir until well combined.
- Place the eggs in a second bowl. Place both types of the breadcrumbs in a third bowl and stir to combine.
- Dip each shrimp into the flour to coat.
- Dip the shrimp into the eggs, then dredge in the breadcrumbs to coat evenly.
- Place each breaded shrimp on a plate or a sheet pan. Repeat the process until all shrimp are breaded.
- Coat both sides of each shrimp with cooking spray.
- Preheat an air fryer to 400 degrees F.
- Place the shrimp in a single layer in the air fryer, you may need to work in batches.
- Cook for 6 minutes, flipping once at the 4 minute mark, or until breading is browned and crispy.
- Place the shrimp on a plate. Serve with cocktail or remoulade sauce. Garnish with lemon wedges and parsley if desired.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 218 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 218kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 14g | 5% |
| Protein | 28g | 56% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 368mg | 123% |
| Sodium | 586mg | 24% |
| Potassium | 143mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 119IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 5mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 197mg | 20% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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