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air fryer firecracker shrimp recipe

Air Fryer Firecracker Shrimp Recipe – Crispy and Delicious!

Join me for a quick air fryer firecracker shrimp recipe that’s crispy and full of flavor. Perfect for any seafood lover!

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb (450 g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 cup (120 g) breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup (60 g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust for spice preference)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) sweet chili sauce
  • 2 tbsp (30 g) mayonnaise

Instructions

  1. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a bowl, combine breadcrumbs, paprika, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper.
  3. In a separate bowl, place the flour. In another bowl, beat the eggs.
  4. Dredge each shrimp in flour, then dip in egg, and coat with the breadcrumb mixture.
  5. Arrange the shrimp in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
  6. Air fry for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
  7. In a small bowl, mix sweet chili sauce and mayonnaise for dipping.
  8. Serve the shrimp warm with the dipping sauce.

Notes

  • For a healthier version, use whole wheat breadcrumbs.
  • Adjust the spice level by adding more or less cayenne pepper.
  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Air Fryer
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Fat

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sodium: 420 mg
  • Fat: 12 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 45 g
  • Fiber: 5 g
  • Protein: 18 g
  • Cholesterol: 65 mg

Keywords: air fryer, shrimp, seafood, quick recipe, crispy shrimp