Air Fryer Shrimp
User Reviews
4.5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Total Time
10 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
173 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Air Fryer Shrimp
Description
Air Fryer Shrimp begins by preheating the air fryer to ensure even cooking. Shrimp are peeled and deveined, with tails optional. A spice blend of paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper is mixed and applied to the shrimp along with olive oil for coating. The shrimp are arranged in a single layer in the basket to cook evenly.
Cooking at 400°F for 5 minutes with a flip halfway delivers shrimp with a slightly crispy surface and a juicy interior. The recipe suggests alternative seasoning blends such as Mexican taco, Cajun, Italian, Old Bay, lemon pepper, and Caribbean jerk for taste variations. This flexibility allows customization to various flavor profiles without changing the basic cooking method.
The shrimp can be served simply with lemon and parsley or incorporated into salads and tacos, making it suitable for quick meals or appetizers. The recipe notes that cooking times will vary with shrimp size and air fryer wattage, indicating attention to doneness cues is important.
Thaw frozen shrimp before cooking and adjust seasoning or spices as preferred. The recipe balances straightforward preparation with flavorful results.
Ingredients
- 1 pound Shrimp 36/40 shrimp, medium
- 1 Tablespoon olive oil
- 2 teaspoons paprika see notes for other seasoning ideas
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer to 400 F for 5 minutes. Don't skip the preheating for this recipe!
- Peel and devein the shrimp if necessary. You can either leave the tails on or take them off, whichever you prefer.
- In a small bowl combine the paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, salt and pepper.
- Add the shrimp to a large bowl and drizzle with the olive oil. Then sprinkle the seasonings over the shrimp and toss everything so the shrimp is coated in seasoning.
- Add the shrimp to the preheated air fryer basket. Keep the shrimp in a single layer. Depending on the size of your air fryer basket you might need to make two batches.
- Cook at 400 F for 5 minutes, flipping the shrimp with a spatula halfway through.
- Serve with parsley, lemons and melted butter or add them to a salad or tacos.
Notes
- Thaw frozen shrimp fully before cooking to ensure even texture and seasoning adherence.
- Adjust cooking time based on shrimp size; smaller shrimp may take about 3 minutes, larger ones up to 7-8 minutes.
- Alternative seasoning blends can replace the base spices for different flavor profiles, such as Mexican taco, Cajun, Italian, Old Bay, lemon pepper, or Caribbean jerk.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 173 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1g | |
| Calories | 173kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 4g | 1% |
| Protein | 26g | 52% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4g | 24% |
| Cholesterol | 239mg | 80% |
| Sodium | 1340mg | 56% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.5
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