25 Easy Air Fryer Recipes
20. Air Fryer Fried Shrimp
Golden, crispy shrimp are easy to make at home with your air fryer. You skip the deep fryer and use much less oil, but you still get a great crunch. This method is more convenient and can be a healthier option, making fried favorites possible right in your kitchen.
Air fryer fried shrimp is ready in about 20 minutes and works for both meals and snacks. You only need a few simple ingredients, and the process is beginner-friendly. If you’re looking for a way to enjoy classic fried shrimp with less mess, this recipe is a great place to start.
Cooking Times
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 10 minutes
Total time: 20 minutes
Serving Size
- 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 pound large raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (panko or regular)
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- Cooking spray
Preparation
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F.
- Put the flour in one bowl, beat the eggs in a second bowl, and add the breadcrumbs, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to a third bowl.
- Coat each shrimp with the flour, dip in the eggs, then coat with the breadcrumb mixture.
- Spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray. Place the shrimp in a single layer in the basket.
- Lightly spray the shrimp with cooking spray.
- Cook for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the shrimp are golden brown and cooked through.
Nutrition Info
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Protein: 19 g
- Total Fat: 4 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Sodium: 760 mg
