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Spicy Air Fryer Crispy Buffalo Shrimp Recipe

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb large raw shrimp (16/20 count), peeled and deveined
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1 1/2 cups Panko breadcrumbs
  • Avocado or canola oil spray
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup Frank's RedHot Original Cayenne Pepper Sauce
  • Celery sticks, for serving
  • Carrot sticks, for serving
  • Blue cheese or ranch dressing, for serving

Instructions
 

  • Pat the shrimp completely dry with paper towels. This is crucial for a crispy coating.
  • Set up a three-dish breading station: one with flour and seasonings mixed, one with beaten eggs, and one with Panko breadcrumbs.
  • Dredge each shrimp first in the flour mixture, then dip in the egg, and finally press firmly into the Panko to coat completely.
  • Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 5 minutes.
  • Arrange shrimp in a single layer in the air fryer basket (work in batches). Lightly spray the tops with oil.
  • Air fry for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and cooked through.
  • While shrimp cook, melt butter in a large bowl and whisk in the Frank's RedHot sauce.
  • Immediately transfer the hot, crispy shrimp to the bowl with the sauce and toss gently to coat.
  • Serve immediately with celery, carrots, and blue cheese or ranch dressing.

Notes

For the crispiest results, cook shrimp in two separate batches to avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket. This ensures maximum air circulation.
Keyword Crispy Buffalo Shrimp Air Fryer, seafood