Best 5 Air Fryer Battered Shrimp Recipes
Prepare to indulge in a crispy and succulent seafood delight with our air fryer battered shrimp recipes! These recipes offer a healthier alternative to traditional fried shrimp, using an air fryer to achieve a golden-brown, crispy coating without the added oil. Inside this article, you'll find a collection of recipes catering to diverse tastes and preferences. Whether you prefer a classic southern-style batter or a flavorful Asian-inspired coating, we have something for everyone. Dive into the world of air-fried battered shrimp and experience a guilt-free indulgence that combines crispy textures, succulent shrimp, and a symphony of flavors.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
AIR FRYER SHRIMP
Fish fry seasoning, egg, and a spritz of oil are all you need to make these tasty, crispy air fryer shrimp! Use your favorite brand of fish fry breading mix. Serve with cocktail sauce, lemon-garlic aioli, or whatever you prefer! I like to use a Misto® sprayer with my own oil, but feel free to use regular cooking spray.
Provided by France C
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Seafood Shrimp
Time 30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Preheat the air fryer to 390 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- Lightly beat eggs in a shallow dish. Pour breading mix into a separate shallow dish.
- Dip shrimp into egg, letting excess drip off. Toss shrimp in the fish fry breading and set on a plate. Let rest for 10 minutes.
- Spray basket of the air fryer with cooking spray and place shrimp inside, making sure shrimp do not overlap. You may have to do two batches depending on the size of your air fryer. Mist shrimp with cooking spray.
- Cook for 3 minutes. Flip shrimp and mist again with cooking spray so there are no dry or powdery areas. Cook 2 to 3 minutes more. Repeat with remaining shrimp.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 161.2 calories, Carbohydrate 6.4 g, Cholesterol 270.7 mg, Fat 4.4 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 22.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 237.6 mg, Sugar 1.1 g
AIR FRYER BREADED SHRIMP
Perfectly seasoned crispy-fried shrimp in the air fryer. I like to keep the tails on to utilize as a handle but feel free to discard if desired. Serve with cocktail sauce or favorite dipping sauce.
Provided by Soup Loving Nicole
Time 17m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat an air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- Place flour, Old Bay®, paprika, salt, parsley, and black pepper in a gallon-sized resealable plastic bag. Zip and shake to combine.
- Using a paper towel, pat shrimp dry. Working in batches add shrimp to the seasoned flour and toss to combine. Dip shrimp in the beaten egg and then back in the seasoned flour. Place breaded shrimp in the basket of the air fryer; making sure to not overcrowd.
- Spray the tops with nonstick cooking and cook for 4 minutes. Open the basket and spray any chalky spots with nonstick cooking spray. Cook for 3 minutes more or until desired crispness. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 163.7 calories, Carbohydrate 13.2 g, Cholesterol 220.7 mg, Fat 3.6 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 18.7 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 881.9 mg, Sugar 0.4 g
AIR FRYER SHRIMP TEMPURA
Air-fried shrimp tempura for a more wholesome alternative. This is also good served with sweet chili sauce.
Provided by Soup Loving Nicole
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Seafood Shrimp
Time 45m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Whisk soy sauce, sherry, rice wine vinegar, oyster sauce, scallions, sugar, lemon juice, and ginger stir-in paste together in a small bowl. Set dipping sauce aside.
- Whisk egg, cornstarch, flour, and club soda together in a large bowl. Add shrimp and gently stir until shrimp are coated.
- Preheat an air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) according to manufacturer's instructions. Cut a piece of parchment to fit the basket of the air fryer and set aside.
- Lift shrimp by the tail from the batter using tongs and let excess batter run off. Place as many shrimp as you can on the reserved parchment paper without overcrowding and place into the basket of the air fryer. You will need to cook the shrimp in batches.
- Cook in the preheated air fryer until desired crispness, about 8 minutes. Repeat with remaining shrimp. Serve with reserved dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 242.4 calories, Carbohydrate 30.3 g, Cholesterol 219.1 mg, Fat 2.4 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 22.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 742.1 mg, Sugar 1.4 g
FROZEN SHRIMP IN THE AIR FRYER
I would love to say I plan every meal down to the last detail. Not! Sometimes, I have to create a "dinner on the fly," doing a quick run down of likely ingredients while I am stuck in traffic. On those occasions, there is really nothing faster than shrimp. I usually have a bag of raw, cleaned shrimp in the freezer, and let me tell you, they have saved dinner, from time to time! Easy, quick, and simple, these shrimp prepared in an air fryer become an appetizer with the addition of your favorite sauce, or the main event, atop a dinner salad, with a lovely vinaigrette.
Provided by Bibi
Categories Shrimp Recipes
Time 25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat an air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) for 5 minutes.
- While the air fryer is heating, separate frozen shrimp if necessary and knock off any ice crystals that may have developed with a spoon.
- Place a single layer of frozen shrimp, about 1/2 pound, in the cooking area of the preheated air fryer and cook for 4 minutes.
- Combine melted butter, seafood seasoning, and cayenne pepper in a small bowl.
- When the timer sounds, brush each shrimp with seasoned butter, turn over, and brush the other side as well. Air-fry until shrimp are bright pink on the outside and the meat is opaque, 3 to 4 more minutes. Repeat with remaining shrimp.
- Garnish with parsley and lemon wedges.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 222.9 calories, Carbohydrate 1.2 g, Cholesterol 203.1 mg, Fat 13.5 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 23.2 g, SaturatedFat 7.7 g, Sodium 237.7 mg
AIR FRYER BUTTERFLIED SHRIMP
Light, airy, crispy butterflied shrimp air-fried to perfection. You will not miss the oil in this I promise. Serve with cocktail sauce for dipping if desired.
Provided by Soup Loving Nicole
Time 17m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat an air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- Combine flour, seafood seasoning, paprika, salt, parsley, and black pepper in a gallon-sized resealable plastic bag. Close and shake to combine.
- Using a paper towel, pat shrimp dry. Working in batches, add shrimp to the seasoned flour and toss to combine. Dip shrimp in the beaten egg and then in the panko bread crumbs. Place breaded shrimp in the basket of the air fryer, butterflied-side down; make sure to not overcrowd.
- Spray the tops with nonstick cooking and cook for 3 minutes. Using tongs, flip shrimp over and spray the the tops with nonstick cooking spray. Cook for 4 minutes more or until desired crispness. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 283.6 calories, Carbohydrate 40.4 g, Cholesterol 265.6 mg, Fat 4.9 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 27.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 765.8 mg, Sugar 0.3 g
Tips:
- For a crispy coating, use a combination of all-purpose flour, cornstarch, and bread crumbs.
- Season the flour mixture with salt, pepper, and paprika for extra flavor.
- Use large shrimp for best results.
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket. Cook the shrimp in batches if necessary.
- Cook the shrimp at 400°F for 8-10 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve the shrimp immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.
Conclusion:
Air fryer battered shrimp is a quick and easy appetizer or main course that is sure to please everyone at the table. The shrimp is crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and the batter is flavorful and well-seasoned. Serve the shrimp with your favorite dipping sauce, such as tartar sauce, cocktail sauce, or ranch dressing.
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