Shrimp wrapped in kataifi dough in an air fryer is an elegant, light, and super crunchy appetizer, ideal for special occasions but also perfect as a tasty finger food. The thin and filamentous kataifi dough wraps around the shrimp, creating an irresistible golden crust while the inside remains soft and flavorful. Thanks to the air fryer cooking, you get a perfect result with very little oil and in just 10 minutes. A simple, impressive, and always effective recipe!
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- Difficulty: Easy
- Cost: Expensive
- Preparation time: 20 Minutes
- Portions: 3/4
- Cooking methods: Air frying
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: All seasons
Ingredients
- shrimp
- salt
- kataifi dough
- extra virgin olive oil
Steps
The preparation of Shrimp Wrapped in Kataifi Dough in Air Fryer – Easy and Crunchy Recipe is very simple and quick, watch the video HERE.
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First, clean the shrimp: remove the shell, leaving the tail if you wish for a more scenic effect. Cut the back with a small knife and remove the black vein. Rinse them well under running water and pat them dry with kitchen paper. Take a small bundle of kataifi dough and wrap each shrimp one by one. Place the shrimp in the air fryer basket without overlapping them. Add a pinch of salt and spray a little oil to make the kataifi golden. Cook at 356°F (180°C) for about 10 minutes until they are crunchy and golden.
Serve immediately, while still hot and crunchy. They are perfect also with a yogurt sauce, avocado cream, or simple lime mayonnaise.
storage:
It is advisable to consume the shrimp immediately, when the kataifi dough is crunchiest.
If any are left over, you can store them in the fridge for 1 day, sealed in an airtight container.
Before serving them, reheat them in an air fryer at 320°F (160°C) for 3–4 minutes to restore crunchiness.
