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Cheesecake Taco Delight

Cheesecake Taco Delight

Crave the crunch without the guilt! Our crispy fried shrimp recipe delivers golden perfection in the air fryer fast. Discover more easy treats like Cheesecake Taco Delight.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 persons
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined (tails on, optional)
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs (panko preferred for extra crunch)
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • lemon wedges for serving
  • cooking spray

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Shallow Bowls for breading
  • Paper Towels for drying shrimp
  • Cooking Spray
  • Tongs or Fork for flipping shrimp

Method
 

  1. Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and set up a three-bowl breading station: flour, beaten eggs, and seasoned panko.
  2. Dredge each shrimp in flour, dip in egg, and then coat with panko, pressing firmly.
  3. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) and lightly spray the basket with cooking spray.
  4. Place the breaded shrimp in a single layer in the air fryer and spray the tops lightly with oil.
  5. Cook for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through until golden brown.
  6. Remove shrimp from the basket, squeeze fresh lemon over them, and serve hot with your preferred dipping sauces.

Nutrition

Calories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 18gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 160mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Make sure to dry the shrimp thoroughly before breading for best results.
You can use gluten-free substitutes if needed for flours and breadcrumbs.
Adjust the cooking time for smaller or larger shrimp as necessary.
Serve with a variety of dipping sauces for a fun and interactive meal!
Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat in the air fryer to maintain crispiness.
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