Pregnancy Friendly Air Fryer Popcorn Shrimp
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4 servings
- 1 lb large shrimp (31–40 count), peeled and deveined, tails removed
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- olive oil spray
For the breading
- ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
Ingredient noteEggs are safe during pregnancy as long as they are cooked all the way through.
- 1 tbsp water
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper
For serving
- lemon wedges, for serving (optional)
- cocktail sauce or remoulade, for serving (optional)
Can be omittedcocktail sauce
Instructions
- 1
Pat the shrimp thoroughly dry with paper towels, then season with the salt and black pepper.
- 2
Set up a three-bowl breading station: place the flour in the first bowl; whisk the eggs with the water in the second bowl until smooth; combine the panko, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne in the third bowl and stir to mix evenly.
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