Air fryer breaded shrimp is a delicious and healthier alternative to deep-fried shrimp. Here’s a simple recipe to make air fryer breaded shrimp:
Ingredients:
- 1 pound of shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup of bread crumbs (you can use panko or regular bread crumbs)
- 1/2 teaspoon of paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon of salt
- 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
- 2 eggs, beaten
Instructions:
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.
- In a shallow bowl, combine the bread crumbs, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
- Dip each shrimp into the beaten eggs, making sure to coat it completely.
- Roll the egg-coated shrimp in the bread crumb mixture, pressing gently to make sure the crumbs adhere to the shrimp.
- Place the breaded shrimp in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Depending on the size of your air fryer, you may need to cook them in batches.
- Cook the shrimp in the air fryer for about 8-10 minutes, flipping them halfway through the cooking time. The shrimp should be golden brown and crispy.
- Once cooked, remove the shrimp from the air fryer and serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce, such as cocktail sauce or tartar sauce.
Enjoy your delicious air fryer breaded shrimp as an appetizer or as part of a main course!
