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Air Fryer Shrimp - Restaurant quality fried shrimp you love, made better for you, right in the air fryer!
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Air Fryer Shrimp

Restaurant-quality fried shrimp you love, made better for you, right in the air fryer! Super easy and ready in 10 minutes!
Servings 3
Calories 201kcal
Author Sara

Ingredients

  • 1 lb. jumbo cooked shrimp
  • ½ teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1//2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ cup all purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 2 eggs beaten
  • 1 cup Panko bread crumbs
  • Lemon wedges and slices for garnish optional
  • Cocktail sauce for dipping optional

Instructions

  • Combine Old Bay Seasoning, pepper and garlic powder and sprinkle generously on shrimp. Set aside.
  • In a shallow bowl or pan combine flour and paprika. Set aside.
  • Place eggs and bread crumbs in separate bowls. Set aside.
  • Dip each shrimp into the flour mixture, then the egg and coat in bread crumbs.
  • Place into air fryer basket sprayed with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Once shrimp are placed in basket, spray tops of shrimp with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Cook at 350º Fahrenheit for 10 minutes or until bread crumbs are golden.
  • Serve with lemon wedges or slices and cocktail sauce.

Notes

  1. Choose the Right Shrimp: Opt for jumbo-cooked shrimp for this recipe to ensure a juicy and flavorful result. If using frozen shrimp, make sure to thaw them completely before cooking.
  2. Enhance Flavor: Don't skimp on seasoning! The combination of Old Bay seasoning, black pepper, and garlic powder adds depth and complexity to the shrimp. Feel free to adjust the seasoning to suit your taste preferences.
  3. Crispy Coating: To achieve perfectly crispy shrimp in the air fryer, ensure each shrimp is well-coated in flour, egg, and Panko breadcrumbs. Press the breadcrumbs firmly onto the shrimp to help them adhere, and make sure to spray the tops with nonstick cooking spray for even browning.

Nutrition

Calories: 201kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 109mg | Sodium: 189mg | Potassium: 124mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 497IU | Vitamin C: 0.05mg | Calcium: 62mg | Iron: 3mg