Air Fryer Shrimp
Equipment
- 1 Air fryer
- 1 Mixing bowl
- 1 Tongs
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled & deveined (tails on or off)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or melted butter
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- ½ tablespoon paprika
- ½ tablespoon salt
- ¼ tablespoon black pepper
- ¼ tablespoon red pepper flakes (optional, for spice)
- ½ tablespoon lemon zest (optional, for freshness)
- Lemon wedges & fresh parsley for garnish
Notes
Juicy, tender, and perfectly crispy, Air Fryer Shrimp is an easy and flavorful dish that’s ready in under 10 minutes! Whether you want a quick appetizer, a protein-packed meal, or a topping for salads and tacos, this garlic butter-seasoned shrimp is a must-try.
✅ For extra crispiness, lightly coat shrimp with panko breadcrumbs before air frying.
✅ Use fresh shrimp when possible, but frozen shrimp works too (just thaw & pat dry first). 🔥 Enjoy this quick & delicious Air Fryer Shrimp for any meal! 🍤✨
Instructions
Step 1: Season the Shrimp
- Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels.
- In a bowl, toss shrimp with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes, and lemon zest.
Step 2: Air Fry the Shrimp
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3 minutes.
- Arrange shrimp in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Air fry for 6-8 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until shrimp is pink, opaque, and slightly crispy.
Step 3: Serve & Enjoy!
- Garnish with fresh parsley and a squeeze of lemon juice.
- Serve alone, in tacos, over pasta, or with rice!
Pro Tips for the Best Air Fryer Shrimp:
✅ Don’t overcrowd the basket—cook in batches if needed.✅ For extra crispiness, lightly coat shrimp with panko breadcrumbs before air frying.
✅ Use fresh shrimp when possible, but frozen shrimp works too (just thaw & pat dry first). 🔥 Enjoy this quick & delicious Air Fryer Shrimp for any meal! 🍤✨
