Air Fryer Breaded Shrimp – Step-by-Step Recipe

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Fans of crispy snacks will surely love breaded shrimp cooked in an air fryer. They turn out golden brown on the outside and juicy on the inside, requiring much less oil than classic frying. An excellent recipe for a home party or a quick snack!

Prep time: 25 minutes.
Servings: 2.

Ingredients

• 500 g large peeled shrimp;
• 2 chicken eggs;
• 100 g breadcrumbs or panko;
• 50 g wheat flour;
• 1 teaspoon sweet paprika;
• 1/2 teaspoon dried garlic;
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper;
• 1/2 teaspoon salt.

Step-by-Step Recipe

1. Rinse and thoroughly pat dry the shrimp with paper towels.
2. Mix the breadcrumbs with salt and spices, whisk the eggs, and prepare the flour separately.
3. Dredge each shrimp first in flour, then dip in egg, and finally coat in breadcrumbs.
4. Arrange the shrimp in a single layer in the air fryer basket and bake for about 8-10 minutes at 200 degrees Celsius (390 degrees Fahrenheit). Flip them once during cooking.