Air Fryer Fried Shrimp
Air Fryer Fried Shrimp delivers 56g protein and 867 calories per serving, a high-calorie protein source for muscle-building phases. Quick-preps 2 servings on the stovetop, making it suited for pairing with carbs and fats to maximize surplus nutrition. Works as a protein-dense meal addition when scaling calories for strength phases.
Ingredients
- •Flour, All-Purpose, White(120g)
- •Old Bay seasoning blend(15g)
- •Garlic powder(5g)
- •Parsley, Fresh(5g)
- •½ Tsp Black Pepper (Freshly Cracked, $0.08)
- •Egg, Whole, Large(50g)
- •1 Tbsp water ($0.00)
- •Bread Crumbs, Italian Seasoned, Dry(240g)
- •Cooking spray (per 1-second spray)
Non-stick spray (PAM or store brand). Saves calories vs. pouring oil.
- •Shrimp(284g)
Instructions
- 1Gather and prepare all ingredients.
- 2Grab 4 medium bowls or shallow dishes. In the first bowl, combine the flour, Old Bay seasoning, garlic powder, dried parsley, and pepper. In the second bowl, whisk together the egg and 1 Tbsp of water. In the third bowl, add the breadcrumbs. The last bowl will be for placing the breaded shrimp.
- 3Toss the thawed shrimp in the flour, coating all sides, then dip in the egg mixture to completely cover. Lastly, press the shrimp into breadcrumbs on both sides. Work in batches if needed, and place breaded shrimp in the final bowl until ready to air fry.
- 4Preheat the air fryer to 400°F. Arrange the breaded shrimp in a single layer. You will have to work in batches. Spray with nonstick spray and cook for 3-4 minutes.
- 5Using tongs, carefully flip and spray the shrimp again, then cook for another 3-4 minutes.
- 6Remove the fried shrimp and repeat the process until all the shrimp are done.
Nutrition — Per Serving
867
calories
56g
protein
11g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 136g
- Saturated fat
- 2.9g
- Sodium
- 2730 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 9.8g
2 servings per batch · ~360g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Air Fryer Fried Shrimp have per serving?
Each serving contains 56g of protein and 867 calories with 11g fat and 136g carbs. The high carb content makes this more of a post-workout or refeed meal rather than a standard protein option.
How long does Air Fryer Fried Shrimp take to prep and how many servings?
Quick prep time with 2 servings per batch means you'll need to cook this recipe multiple times if prepping for the full week. Each serving is substantial at 867 calories, so it works best as a complete meal rather than a side.
Is Air Fryer Fried Shrimp good for muscle gain?
At 56g protein and 136g carbs per serving, this recipe is ideal for post-workout meals during muscle gain phases where both protein and carbohydrates are needed for recovery. The calorie density supports athletes with high daily energy needs.
