Crispy Air Fryer Fried Shrimp Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 lb. peeled and deveined raw shrimp (Notes: Use 21/25 count shrimp for best results.)
• 0.5 cup all purpose flour
• 2 tsp black pepper (Notes: divided)
• 2 tsp kosher salt (Notes: divided)
• 1 tsp paprika (Notes: divided)
• 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 2 null large eggs (Notes: beaten)
• canola oil cooking spray (Notes: or any nonstick spray)
• store-bought remoulade sauce (Notes: for serving)

Instructions

1. 1
   Prepare breading station with three shallow bowls: one for flour and seasonings, one for beaten eggs, and one for panko breadcrumbs and seasonings.
2. 2
   Coat shrimp in flour mixture, then in eggs, and finally in panko mixture, ensuring each shrimp is well coated.
3. 3
   Preheat air fryer to 390°F (200°C). Place shrimp in a single layer in the air fryer basket, lightly spray with oil.
4. 4
   Cook shrimp for 5 minutes, shake the basket, spray with oil again, and cook for another 5 minutes or until golden brown.
5. 5
   Serve hot with dipping sauces.

Tips & Variations:

• Make sure shrimp are thoroughly dried before breading.
• Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket for even cooking.
• Use fresh or properly thawed shrimp for best results.