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Crispy Air Fryer Shrimp: Enjoy a Deliciously Easy Dish!

A delicious and easy recipe for crispy shrimp made in an air fryer, perfect for a quick meal or appetizer.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs panko preferred
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional for heat
  • Cooking spray or olive oil spray

Method
 

  1. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F.
  2. In a shallow bowl, combine flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
  3. In a second shallow bowl, beat the eggs.
  4. In a third shallow bowl, place the breadcrumbs.
  5. Dredge each shrimp in the flour mixture, shaking off excess, then dip in the beaten eggs, and finally coat with breadcrumbs.
  6. Arrange the breaded shrimp in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Spray lightly with cooking spray.
  7. Cook in the air fryer for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
  8. Remove from the air fryer and serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 22gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 500mgFiber: 1g

Notes

  • For added flavor, try mixing some grated Parmesan cheese into the breadcrumbs.
  • You can also substitute the shrimp with chicken tenders for a different protein option.

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