Follow these simple steps to create your air fryer fried shrimp:

Prep your shrimp: Rinse the shrimp under cold water, then pat them dry with a paper towel. Remove any excess moisture—this helps them become crispy.

Set up your breading station: In a shallow plate, place the flour. In another plate, whisk the eggs until well combined. In a third plate, mix together the breadcrumbs, garlic powder, paprika, black pepper, and salt.

Bread the shrimp: Start by dredging each shrimp into the flour, shaking off the excess. Next, dip it into the egg mixture before coating it well with the breadcrumb mixture.

Preheat the air fryer: Set your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) and allow it to preheat for about 5 minutes.

Arrange the shrimp: Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray. Place the breaded shrimp in a single layer. Ensure they’re not overcrowded, as this will impede even cooking.

Cook the shrimp: Air fry the shrimp for about 6 minutes, then flip them over. Spray lightly with cooking spray again and cook for an additional 4 minutes, or until cooked through and golden brown.

Serve and enjoy: Carefully remove the shrimp from the air fryer. Serve with your favourite dipping sauce such as cocktail sauce, tartar sauce, or even a spicy aioli.