Crispy Air Fryer Panko Shrimp

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Hot, crispy shrimp with that loud panko crunch in every bite and barely enough time to set the table. These Air Fryer Panko Shrimp use just 5 ingredients and cook in 15 minutes, making them perfect for quick dinners, an easy snack, or the kind of party appetizer where everyone’s waiting to grab the last one.

Prep Time5

Cook Time8

Total Time13

Course: Appetizer, Dinner, Snack

Cuisine: North American

Keyword: Air Fryer Recipe, Air Fryer Shrimp, panko shrimp, Seafood Appetizer, Shrimp Appetizer, Shrimp Recipes

Servings: shrimp

Calories: 17kcal

Author: Alisa Infanti

Equipment

Air-fryer

Ingredients

38-40 zipperback shrimp
1 tsp seasoning salt
2 large eggs
1 cup panko breadcrumbs

Instructions

Peel the shrimp. If using frozen shrimp, thaw them first or while peeling under warm water.
Add the panko breadcrumbs to a large bowl along with the seasoning salt. Mix to combine.
Add the eggs to a small bowl and whisk well.
Add the shrimp a few at a time to the egg mixture.
Remove the shrimp one at a time, letting the excess egg drip off before adding the shrimp to the bowl of panko breadcrumbs. Toss the shrimp in the bowl with the bread crumbs a few at a time, giving them a little tap to help the panko breading stick to the shrimp. Place the breaded shrimp on a separate plate while you complete the process.
Preheat the air fryer to 400°F. Add the shrimp to the air fryer basket and spray the shrimp with cooking oil or spray. Air fry the shrimp for 4 minutes.
Remove the shrimp from the air fryer keeping them in the basket and use tongs to carefully flip the shrimp over bringing the ones from the bottom of the basket to the top. Give the shrimp another spray of cooking oil.
Return the shrimp to the air fryer and continue to cook for another 4 minutes or until the shrimp are golden brown, tightly curled and firm to the touch.
Serve as is with a squeeze of lemon if desired, alongside a dip or smothered in bang bang or sweet chili sauce.

Notes

Storage:

Store any leftover in an airtight container placed in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the air fryer for a few minutes.

Variations:

Season the breading with your favorite spices for even more flavor and variety. Garlic powder, paprika, Chinese 5 spice, powdered ginger or a pinch of cayenne are all great choices.

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