Air-Fryer Popcorn Shrimp

Ingredients

• 1 pound peeled and deveined raw shrimp
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 cup beer
• 1/2 cup Panko bread crumbs

Directions

1. In a shallow dish, combine the flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix to combine.
2. Add the beer and whisk until combined.
3. Add the shrimp to the beer mixture and coat the shrimp evenly.
4. In a separate shallow dish, add the Panko bread crumbs.
5. Dip the shrimp in the Panko bread crumbs, coating the shrimp evenly.
6. Preheat the air-fryer to 400°F.
7. Place the shrimp in the air-fryer basket and cook for 8 minutes, flipping the shrimp halfway through the cooking time.
8. Serve the popcorn shrimp with your favorite dipping sauce and enjoy!

Interesting Facts

• Popcorn shrimp can be cooked in a variety of ways, but air-frying gives them a crispier texture and a delicious flavor.
• Panko bread crumbs are a type of Japanese-style bread crumb that are coarser and lighter than traditional bread crumbs, giving them a crunchier texture.
• Beer is a great addition to the batter for popcorn shrimp, as it adds flavor and helps to make the batter crispier.