Air Fryer Keto Shrimp
Air fryer keto shrimp is the perfect addition to your weeknight meal rotation. Low in carbs and perfect for keto, Paleo, Whole-30 and gluten free diets, this keto breaded shrimp is sure to boost your morale and keep your diet on track. This keto fried shrimp recipe cooks in just 15 minutes, so it’s perfect for a quick lunch or dinner.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 20 large/jumbo raw shrimp peeled, deveined, and tails ON
- 2 whole eggs
- ½ cup almond flour
- ½ cup parmesan cheese grated
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- Chopped parsley to garnish
- Lemon wedges to serve
Instructions
- Preheat the Air Fryer to 380 degrees F.
- Pat dry the shrimp with a kitchen towel and set it aside.
- Prepare the breading station: First, whisk the eggs in a wide bowl. In the second bowl, combine almond flour, parmesan cheese, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper and set it aside.
- Dip the shrimp in the egg first, dredge it in the breadcrumbs mixture, and gently press it until it is evenly coated. Repeat the same with the remaining shrimps.
- Grease the air fryer basket with cooking spray and place the shrimp in a single layer. Air fry them for 9-10 minutes, flip them halfway through, spray the cooking spray on top, and cook until the shrimp turns golden brown.
- Once done, transfer the shrimp to a serving platter, garnish with parsley, and serve it with your favorite dip and lemon wedges on the sides
Notes
- Pat dry with paper towels before coating the shrimp.
- I use tail-on shrimp because it enhances the flavor and makes the shrimp easier to pick up. Remove the tails if you prefer.
- Fresh or frozen shrimp will work for this recipe. If using frozen shrimp, thaw completely before proceeding with the recipe.
- Add cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes to make the shrimp spicy.
- Flipping halfway through cooking is necessary to get a crispy crust on both sides.
- Add another spritz of cooking oil halfway through cooking to ensure even browning.
- Don’t overcook the shrimp. Once they have curled and turned opaque, they are ready to eat.
- Air fryer times are approximate. Make adjustments based on your model.
- Serve with your favorite dipping sauces.
Nutrition
Calories: 221kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 219mg | Sodium: 1080mg | Potassium: 188mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 622IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 239mg | Iron: 1mg