5 from 15 votes
10-Minute Air Fryer Frozen Shrimp (No Thaw)
This recipe shows how to cook raw, frozen shrimp directly in an air fryer without thawing. The shrimp are lightly coated in oil and Cajun seasoning then air fried at 325°F until pink and opaque. Using the air fryer rack prevents sogginess by allowing excess liquid to drain, resulting in shrimp with a good texture. This method provides a straightforward way to prepare shrimp quickly from frozen, ideal for pairing with vegetable sides or pasta dishes.
Prep Time
1 min
Cook Time
8 mins
Total Time
9 mins
Servings:
2
servings
Calories:
161 kcal
Course:
Dinner
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 8 ounces Shrimp 41/50, peeled & deveined, raw frozen
- 1 Tablespoon olive oil or neutral oil
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning or seasoning of choice
Instructions
- Gently break apart any frozen shrimp that are stuck together. Toss them with oil and seasoning, coating them as best as possible.
- Spread in a single layer on the rack of the air fryer basket. It's important to use the rack because it helps cook them evenly, and drains the excess liquid as they thaw.
- Cook at 325°F for 6-8 minutes, flipping halfway through. The shrimp should be pink and opaque when ready. If using jumbo shrimp, they may need longer, if using smaller shrimp, they'll need less time.
- Serve alongside vegetable sides or toss with a creamy pasta recipe. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and use within 1-2 days. Enjoy!
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Notes
- Don't overcrowd the air fryer basket; 8 ounces works well for a 4-quart model.
- Use any seasoning blend you like or simple salt and pepper for different flavor profiles.
- Cook time may vary depending on shrimp size and air fryer model; adjust accordingly.
- Store cooked shrimp in an airtight container in the fridge and use within 1-2 days.
Nutrition Information
Calories
161kcal
(8%)
Carbohydrates
1g
(0%)
Protein
23g
(46%)
Fat
8g
(12%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
(6%)
Monounsaturated Fat
5g
(25%)
Trans Fat
0.01g
(1%)
Cholesterol
183mg
(61%)
Sodium
136mg
(6%)
Potassium
322mg
(7%)
Fiber
0.3g
(1%)
Sugar
0.1g
(0%)
Vitamin A
493IU
(10%)
Vitamin C
0.01mg
(0%)
Calcium
75mg
(8%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 2 servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 161
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 161kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 23g | 46% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Trans Fat | 0.01g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 183mg | 61% |
| Sodium | 136mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 322mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 0.3g | 1% |
| Sugar | 0.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 493IU | 10% |
| Vitamin C | 0.01mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 75mg | 8% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.