Crispy Air Fryer Shrimp
Crispy Air Fryer Shrimp (So Fast, So Addicting!)
If you’re looking for a quick appetizer, a weeknight protein, or a snack that tastes like it came straight from a coastal restaurant, these crispy air fryer shrimp are about to become your new obsession. They’re golden, crunchy, and perfectly seasoned — all without deep frying or standing over a hot skillet.
The air fryer gives you that irresistible crisp you crave, but with way less oil and only a fraction of the effort. It’s the kind of recipe you make once… and then immediately make again because the bowl disappears faster than you expect!
🌿 Why You’ll Love These Crispy Shrimp
- Super fast — ready in about 10 minutes
- Crunchy breading without heavy oil
- Works with frozen or fresh shrimp
- Great for salads, tacos, bowls, or dipping
🧂 Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled & deveined
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- ½ cup flour
- 2 eggs (beaten)
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Olive oil spray
🍤 How to Make Crispy Air Fryer Shrimp
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Set up a breading station:
- Bowl 1: flour
- Bowl 2: beaten eggs
- Bowl 3: panko + paprika + garlic powder + salt + pepper
- Coat each shrimp in flour → egg → panko.
- Arrange shrimp in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Spray lightly with olive oil spray.
- Air fry 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy.
🔥 Tip for Extra Crisp
Use panko breadcrumbs — their larger texture gives you that restaurant-style crunch.
🍽 Serving Ideas
These shrimp are amazing with:
- Cocktail sauce
- Spicy mayo
- Lemon garlic dip
- On tacos with cabbage + lime
- Over pasta or rice bowls
