Crispy Air Fryer Shrimp

Air Fryer or Oven. Crunchy Prawns (Shrimp), easy to make, slightly spicey, served with the sauce of your choice. Make ahead and refrigerate till needed.

Serve with Sauces

Ingredients

  • 500g large shrimp, peeled & deveined
  • 80g breadcrumbs
  • 80g flour
  • 2 eggs (beaten)
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • Salt & pepper to taste
  • 50g butter, melted

Method

  • Bowl 1: flour
    Bowl 2: beaten eggs
    Bowl 3: breadcrumbs, paprika, garlic powder, salt, pepper
  1. Preheat your air fryer to 190°C, Oven 200°C.
  2. Coat each shrimp in flour → egg → breadcrumbs.
  3. Arrange shrimp in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
  4. Air fry 8–10 minutes until golden and crispy
    Flip halfway, brushing both sides with melted butter.
  5. Most steak sauces work well. (see below)

Tip
Coat and set aside to quick cook later while you sip your wine. Brush both sides with melted butter,  skip the turning if you want.
Good air flow is needed for even crispiness, so use a rack in the oven.

Sauces

Marie Rose SauceMarie Rose Sauce

A classic sauce that totally transforms a homemade prawn cocktail, Marie Rose sauce is the perfect accompaniment to fish, seafood and even burgers.

Spicy Cocktail SauceSpicy Cocktail Sauce

Spicy pink sauce, a creamy and versatile blend, ideal for accompanying seafood, snacks or sandwiches. Prepared by combining mainly mayonnaise and ketchup, enhanced with spicy touches.

Easy Cocktail SauceEasy Cocktail Sauce

Slightly tangy pink sauce, creamy and versatile blend, ideal for accompanying seafood, snacks or avocado. Prepared by combining mainly mayonnaise, tartare sauce and ketchup, in addition to citrus touches.

Canarian Tomato JamCanarian Tomato Jam

Canarian Tomato Jam (Mermelada de Tomate) is a traditional, sweet-and-sour condiment from the Canary Islands, commonly paired with cheeses, specifically soft goat cheese or blue cheese.

Chimichurri SauceChimichurri Sauce

Originating from Argentina commonly served with steak, an oil-based, blending of finely chopped coriander, garlic, oregano, red wine vinegar and red pepper flakes for a tangy, herby flavor.

Diane SauceDiane Sauce

Diane sauce is typically a creamy, light brown, or beige color. A traditional Diane sauce DOES NOT rely on Worcestershire sauce for a kick, a classic recipe can be made without it.

Peppercorn SaucePeppercorn Sauce

A classic sauce made with black peppercorns, cream and brandy for a lovely, rich sauce. Use mustard instead of Worcestershire sauce (NOT in the classic recipe).

Garlic Butter SauceGarlic Butter Sauce

5 minute garlic butter sauce, flavorful and pairs perfectly with steak, chicken, pasta and seafood. Excellent chilled for making garlic bread. Herbs to your taste!

Creamy Mushroom SauceCreamy Mushroom Sauce

A highly versatile creamy Mushroom Sauce for steak, chicken, pork and other seared meats. Goes well with pasta too yet incredibly simple to make.

Red Wine SauceRed Wine Sauce

Deliciously rich red wine sauce as an accompaniment to steak. Easy to make – cook it while steaks are resting then drizzle over. Goes well with chicken too.

Béarnaise SauceBéarnaise Sauce

Béarnaise Sauce has the same creaminess as the basic hollandaise but a subtle acidity from the vinegar. Béarnaise sauce’s flavours are much richer and more pronounced than a classic hollandaise.

How to Cook a Perfect SteakHow to Cook a Perfect Steak

A classic steak with sauce is best achieved by pan-searing the steak in a hot pan (using butter/oil) and making a pan sauce while it rests. See below for 6 popular, quick, 5-minute sauces.

Blue Cheese SauceBlue Cheese Sauce

This classic blue cheese sauce comes together in under 5 minutes with just 4 ingredients. Loaded with blue cheese flavor and great for salads, steaks, fries, it’s perfectly balanced.