Description
Sometimes you just need crispy shrimp—but without the mess, oil, and heaviness of deep frying. This Air Fryer Shrimp gives you that perfect golden crunch with juicy, tender shrimp inside, using just a light spray of oil. It’s fast, easy, and ideal for weeknight dinners, appetizers, salads, or tacos.
Ingredients
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1 lb (450 g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
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½ cup all-purpose flour
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2 large eggs, beaten
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1 cup panko breadcrumbs
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½ tsp garlic powder
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½ tsp paprika (smoked if you like)
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
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Cooking spray or olive oil spray
Instructions
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Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
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Dry the shrimp thoroughly with paper towels. Season lightly with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
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Set up breading station:
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Bowl 1: flour
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Bowl 2: beaten eggs
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Bowl 3: panko breadcrumbs
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Bread the shrimp: Dredge shrimp in flour, dip in egg, then press into panko until fully coated.
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Air fry: Lightly spray the air fryer basket. Arrange shrimp in a single layer. Spray tops lightly with oil.
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Cook 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden brown and shrimp are pink and cooked through.
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Serve immediately while hot and crispy.
Notes
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Dry shrimp well—moisture prevents browning.
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Don’t overcrowd the air fryer; cook in batches if needed.
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Use panko, not regular breadcrumbs, for the best crunch.
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Spray lightly with oil to help the coating turn golden.