Enjoy a crispy and flavorful seafood delight with this easy air fryer shrimp recipe. The shrimp are coated in a delicious blend of spices and bread crumbs, then air-fried to golden perfection. Serve them as an appetizer or main dish, and enjoy the crunchy texture and succulent taste of these perfectly cooked shrimp. This recipe is quick to make and a great option for seafood lovers.
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup bread crumbs
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 eggs, beaten
- Cooking spray
Directions
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- In a shallow bowl, combine the bread crumbs, paprika, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
- Dip each shrimp into the beaten eggs, allowing any excess to drip off, then coat the shrimp in the bread crumb mixture.
- Place the coated shrimp in a single layer in the air fryer basket, without overcrowding.
- Lightly spray the shrimp with cooking spray to help them turn golden and crispy.
- Air fry the shrimp for 8-10 minutes, flipping them halfway through, until they are golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove the shrimp from the air fryer and let them cool for a few minutes before serving.
- Serve the air fryer shrimp as an appetizer with your favorite dipping sauce or as a main dish with a side of salad or rice.
- Enjoy the crunchy and flavorful air-fried shrimp!
Interesting Facts
Air-frying shrimp results in a healthier alternative to traditional fried shrimp, as it requires less oil.
The air frying technique ensures that the shrimp retain their natural juiciness while still achieving a crispy texture.
This recipe can be easily customized by adjusting the spices and adding additional herbs or seasonings to suit your taste.