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Air Fryer Breaded Shrimp

Crispy Air Fryer Breaded Shrimp: Guilt-Free & Delicious

Enjoy the taste of the coast with these crispy Air Fryer Breaded Shrimp, a delicious and guilt-free seafood option.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 18 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

For the Breading
  • 1 pound shrimp, extra large or medium, raw, peeled, and deveined
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs or regular breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 eggs whisked until frothy
  • 1 tablespoon Old Bay seasoning or other seafood spices

Equipment

  • Air Fryer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Set up your breading station with three shallow bowls for flour, egg, and panko breadcrumbs mixed with Old Bay seasoning.
  2. Pat the raw, peeled, and deveined shrimp dry with paper towels to ensure proper breading.
  3. Dredge each shrimp in flour, shaking off excess to create a light layer.
  4. Dip the floured shrimp in the whisked egg mixture, allowing excess to drip off.
  5. Roll each shrimp in the panko mixture, ensuring complete coating for maximum crunch.
  6. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F while finishing coating all shrimp.
  7. Arrange breaded shrimp in a single layer in the air fryer basket and cook at 400°F for 6-8 minutes, flipping halfway.
  8. Check for doneness using a meat thermometer, ensuring shrimp reach a minimum internal temperature of 145°F before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 4shrimpCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 29gProtein: 20gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 170mgSodium: 780mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve with your favorite dipping sauce or alongside a fresh salad for a complete meal.

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