Ingredients:

  • pound Large Shrimp (21/25 count), peeled and deveined
  • /2 cup All-Purpose Flour
  • /2 tsp Salt
  • /2 tsp Freshly Ground Black Pepper
  • Large Eggs, lightly beaten
  • 1/2 cups Panko Breadcrumbs
  • tsp Garlic Powder
  • /2 tsp Smoked Paprika
  • tbsp Fresh Parsley, finely chopped (optional)
  • Cooking Spray (Olive or Avocado Oil based)

Instructions:

  1. Set up three separate shallow dishes: Dish 1: Flour mixed with salt and pepper. Dish 2: Lightly beaten eggs. Dish 3: Panko mixed with garlic powder, smoked paprika, and parsley.
  2. Pat the raw shrimp completely dry using paper towels. This is vital for proper coating adhesion.
  3. Work with 4-5 shrimp at a time. Dredge lightly in the Flour mixture, shaking off excess. Dip completely into the Egg wash. Press firmly into the Panko mixture, ensuring the crumb coats evenly.
  4. Place the breaded shrimp onto a plate lined with parchment paper and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes. This step is crucial to prevent the coating from flaking off.
  5. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  6. Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray. Arrange the shrimp in a single layer, ensuring they do not overcrowd the basket. Spray the tops of the shrimp lightly with cooking spray.
  7. Cook for 8–10 minutes, flipping the shrimp halfway through cooking (around the 4-minute mark).
  8. The shrimp is done when the coating is deep golden brown and the shrimp is opaque throughout (internal temperature 145°F / 63°C). Serve immediately.